WIFI on old Laptop

Hei, im a nweebie on Linux keep in mind :wink:

I´ve installed Mabox on my old Latitude 6230 and the wifi shows all the SSID´s nearby but i can not connect to them.

I have an “Centrino Advanced-N 6205” as chip

Welcome @AJAY to the forum,
If you’re having trouble with your Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 Wi-Fi, the issue might be related to the Linux kernel version your system is using.

Step 1: Check Your Kernel Version

To find out your current kernel version, open a terminal and type the following command:

uname -r

You’ll see something like this:

6.12.4-1-MANJARO

This number tells you which kernel version is currently installed.

Step 2: Check Kernel Support for Your Wi-Fi

Visit this page to see which kernel versions support Intel Wi-Fi drivers:
Intel Kernel Support for Wi-Fi Drivers

Step 3: Install a kernel.

If your current kernel version isn’t compatible, you can install an older kernel using the Manjaro Settings Manager. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Manjaro Settings Manager from your menu.
    Look for a section called Kernel.
  2. In the Kernel section, find and install an older version of the kernel.
    Example: If you’re on kernel 6.12, try installing 5.15 or another supported version.
  3. After installing the older kernel, restart your computer.

Step 4: Select the New Kernel on Boot

When your computer restarts:

  1. Press the ESC key just before you see the Mabox logo in the bottom-right corner of your screen.
    This will open the GRUB menu.
  2. In the GRUB menu, select Advanced options for Mabox Linux.
    You’ll see a list of installed kernels.
  3. Choose a kernel you just installed and boot into it.

The system will remember the last kernel you choose, so the next time you restart, it will automatically use that kernel.

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