[SOLVED] Can't get wireless working on 2008 laptop (Acer Extensa 5220) running Debian 12 (worked on Debian 11).

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[SOLVED] Can't get wireless working on 2008 laptop (Acer Extensa 5220) running Debian 12 (worked on Debian 11).

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11-09-2023, 07:04 AM

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linustalman

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Originally Posted by pamela1

Some laptops have physical switches or keyboard shortcuts to enable or disable wireless. Ensure that your laptop's wireless hardware is turned on. Look for a wireless switch on the sides or front of your laptop, or use the appropriate keyboard shortcut.

Hi. There's no wifi switch on that laptop.

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