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Old 10-08-2014, 09:16 AM   #1
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Linux Mint Mate - getting wireless operating Compaq Presario V6000


Hi, I'm new here, but before posting I performed an advanced search to see whether the topic has already covered. I'm also new to linux.

Problem: I've installed Mint mate version. Everything seems to be ok, apart from I can't see Wi-Fi, it's not enabled. It could be that I need to download a driver, but I'm struggling a) how to identify what wireless card is installed in the laptop, and b) how to search and install a suitable driver.
Any help would be appreciated.
Many thanks.

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Old 10-08-2014, 09:36 AM   #2
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Having downloaded Sysinfo , I've identified the network controller to be:
Broadcom BCM4311 802.11b/g

How do I get a driver for this, please?
 
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Look at this thread; http://www.linuxquestions.org/questi...ed-4175520855/

Post #12 is the OP's solution.

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