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Title: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 25, 2017, 06:48:36 AM
I got a TP-Link AC450 Model no. Archer T1U
I have been searching to get it working on Linux Lite 3.4 but up till now no luck.
Can anyone give me a hand on how to get it working? Or isnt it going to work on Linux Lite?

Thanks for the helping hands.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: firenice03 on May 25, 2017, 07:57:36 AM

Posting the output of the below may lend additional info as to a driver... Its probably a RTLxxxx of sorts
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inxi -Fxz

This links may aide:
https://askubuntu.com/questions/791780/how-do-i-get-tp-link-archer-t1u-usb-wireless-dongle-working (https://askubuntu.com/questions/791780/how-do-i-get-tp-link-archer-t1u-usb-wireless-dongle-working)


https://askubuntu.com/questions/661466/how-do-i-install-drivers-for-tp-link-802-11ac-wi-fi-usb-adapter (https://askubuntu.com/questions/661466/how-do-i-install-drivers-for-tp-link-802-11ac-wi-fi-usb-adapter)




On a side note - I would make a SystemBack backup should the drivers not work to suit you can easily revert back and try another...
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 25, 2017, 08:05:58 AM
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theo@Lenovo-B50-30:~$ inxi -Fxz
System:    Host: Lenovo-B50-30 Kernel: 4.11.0 x86_64 (64 bit gcc: 5.4.0)
           Desktop: Xfce 4.12.3 (Gtk 2.24.28) Distro: Ubuntu 16.04 xenial
Machine:   System: LENOVO product: 80ES v: Lenovo B50-30
           Mobo: LENOVO model: Lenovo B50-30 v: SDK0F82993 Std
           Bios: LENOVO v: 9CCN35WW(V3.01) date: 10/16/2015
CPU:       Dual core Intel Celeron N2830 (-MCP-) cache: 1024 KB
           flags: (lm nx sse sse2 sse3 sse4_1 sse4_2 ssse3 vmx) bmips: 8663
           clock speeds: max: 2415 MHz 1: 1730 MHz 2: 574 MHz
Graphics:  Card: Intel Atom Processor Z36xxx/Z37xxx Series Graphics & Display
           bus-ID: 00:02.0
           Display Server: X.Org 1.18.4 drivers: intel (unloaded: fbdev,vesa)
           Resolution: [email protected]
           GLX Renderer: Mesa DRI Intel Bay Trail
           GLX Version: 3.0 Mesa 12.0.6 Direct Rendering: Yes
Audio:     Card Intel Atom Processor Z36xxx/Z37xxx Series High Definition Audio Controller
           driver: snd_hda_intel bus-ID: 00:1b.0
           Sound: Advanced Linux Sound Architecture v: k4.11.0
Network:   Card-1: Realtek RTL8111/8168/8411 PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Controller
           driver: r8169 v: 2.3LK-NAPI port: 1000 bus-ID: 03:00.0
           IF: p2p1 state: down mac: <filter>
           Card-2: Qualcomm Atheros QCA9565 / AR9565 Wireless Network Adapter
           driver: ath9k bus-ID: 04:00.0
           IF: wlp4s0 state: up mac: <filter>
Drives:    HDD Total Size: 120.0GB (37.1% used)
           ID-1: /dev/sda model: Samsung_SSD_850 size: 120.0GB
Partition: ID-1: / size: 110G used: 42G (40%) fs: ext4 dev: /dev/sda1
RAID:      No RAID devices: /proc/mdstat, md_mod kernel module present
Sensors:   System Temperatures: cpu: 51.0C mobo: N/A
           Fan Speeds (in rpm): cpu: N/A
Info:      Processes: 173 Uptime: 1:29 Memory: 1067.7/7869.2MB
           Init: systemd runlevel: 5 Gcc sys: 5.4.0
           Client: Shell (bash 4.3.461) inxi: 2.2.35

I did see both links before but was no help
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: firenice03 on May 25, 2017, 08:20:47 AM
So the card is a... Card-2: Qualcomm Atheros QCA9565 / AR9565 Wireless Network Adapter

Maybe??
https://askubuntu.com/questions/763080/no-wifi-in-qualcom-atheros-ubuntu-16-04-acer-aspire-e-15 (https://askubuntu.com/questions/763080/no-wifi-in-qualcom-atheros-ubuntu-16-04-acer-aspire-e-15)


https://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2172044 (https://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2172044)




Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 25, 2017, 09:10:28 AM
So the card is a... Card-2: Qualcomm Atheros QCA9565 / AR9565 Wireless Network Adapter

Maybe??
https://askubuntu.com/questions/763080/no-wifi-in-qualcom-atheros-ubuntu-16-04-acer-aspire-e-15 (https://askubuntu.com/questions/763080/no-wifi-in-qualcom-atheros-ubuntu-16-04-acer-aspire-e-15)

https://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2172044 (https://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2172044)

No, it is a wireless usb adapter a TP-Link AC450 Model no. Archer T1U
The internal wireless card works fine, but it only supports 2.4Ghz and i only get around 70Mbits/sec out of the 150Mbits/sec i get
I first wanted to use cable but its 15Meters and there are ten 90 degree corners.

But i go back to the store where i bought it and see f they do a refund and then i get cat 6 cable. Been trying to get this thing working since almost 4 hours
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: Jerry on May 25, 2017, 09:14:38 AM
Get a Panda wireless. They're built for Linux.

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Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 25, 2017, 10:09:57 AM
Get a Panda wireless. They're built for Linux.

Sent from my Mobile phone using Tapatalk



I should have known better and ask here first before buying something.
I will have a look at that one Jerry.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: trinidad on May 25, 2017, 04:20:34 PM
Panda is the ticket. I use several of them on my Linux machines, and they also work just fine on Windows 7 and 10. I also use them to assure Internet access on computers that come to me for repair or new software. Almost always plug and play as well.

tc
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 25, 2017, 04:26:07 PM
I looked for them but cant find ny here in The Netherlands. Found some online but i need to pay nearly the same for shipping as the adapter costs. So looking a bit more and hope to find one that doesnt double in price because of the shipping fee
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 25, 2017, 05:24:09 PM
Eduardo showed to me a device last year, you plug it in electric outlet, then router ethernet cable to that plug, next then to any/many socket outlet in your home you plug the other of pair/sets, and short ethernet cable to computer.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 26, 2017, 03:12:43 AM
Eduardo showed to me a device last year, you plug it in electric outlet, then router ethernet cable to that plug, next then to any/many socket outlet in your home you plug the other of pair/sets, and short ethernet cable to computer.

I know those, had looked into them and a friend used them before. He advised me to either go for a usb adapter or cable.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: Jerry on May 26, 2017, 06:14:35 AM
Coming soon... https://www.linuxliteos.com/buylinuxhardware.html
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 26, 2017, 07:13:34 AM
Coming soon... https://www.linuxliteos.com/buylinuxhardware.html

Great, only problem is that non of the listed items ship to The Netherlands. Guess that my country is too small to be found ;)
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: Jerry on May 26, 2017, 08:59:29 AM
Awww.... :(

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Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: penglezos on May 26, 2017, 09:14:07 AM
Coming soon... https://www.linuxliteos.com/buylinuxhardware.html

Great, only problem is that non of the listed items ship to The Netherlands. Guess that my country is too small to be found ;)

I think you are in better luck compared to Greece, which we cant buy anything of Amazon because: 1. Cannot ship 2. Shipment is really really expensive.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 26, 2017, 01:11:34 PM
I know those, had looked into them and a friend used them before. He advised me to either go for a usb adapter or cable.

Cable I use 1 noodle cable it is flat and it turns corners easily, I have only used up to 10 metres long, I am unsure if it is available longer.

I have (and use) usb adapter only 2.4Ghz, these ones I used and they work well -
Unbranded from China 0.99 for 1, or 1.15 for 2 micro dongles, free postage.
Also these ones - (I dont know the prices they sent it me etc)
Qualcom Atheros AR9271
Alfa AWUS036h
Alfa AWUS036NHA
Also I have a many different antenna I can add to these.

I like the remote magnetic mount, it has usb cable that plugs into usb port, it sits at the desk then you plug the wifi adapter into it vertically, it saves stress on the usb port, also then you can use dongle with any antennas to improve it a lot, such as bigger omni or panel. Dont need pigtails near the computer.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 26, 2017, 01:55:34 PM
I know those, had looked into them and a friend used them before. He advised me to either go for a usb adapter or cable.

Cable I use 1 noodle cable it is flat and it turns corners easily, I have only used up to 10 metres long, I am unsure if it is available longer.

I have (and use) usb adapter only 2.4Ghz, these ones I used and they work well -
Unbranded from China 0.99 for 1, or 1.15 for 2 micro dongles, free postage.
Also these ones - (I dont know the prices they sent it me etc)
Qualcom Atheros AR9271
Alfa AWUS036h
Alfa AWUS036NHA
Also I have a many different antenna I can add to these.

I like the remote magnetic mount, it has usb cable that plugs into usb port, it sits at the desk then you plug the wifi adapter into it vertically, it saves stress on the usb port, also then you can use dongle with any antennas to improve it a lot, such as bigger omni or panel. Dont need pigtails near the computer.

Thanks, will have a look into that cable and the adapters you mentioned. My internal wireless ard works fine, its only that i get only 75Mbit out of the 150Mbit connection i have. When i use my Nexus 6 and log into the 5Ghz wifi i get 145Mbit, if i use usb tethering with the phone i get around 90Mbit on laptop.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 26, 2017, 05:34:53 PM
I see how you mean.
It sounds very frustrating, it works 50% , like mono on a stereo, it sounds like it maybe can be caused by the hardware driver, or configuration issues with that driver ?

Have you tried this, solution (https://askubuntu.com/questions/887238/atheros-qca9565-ar9565-unstable-connection-slow-wireless-ubuntu-16-04) for speed issues on this card ?

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echo "blacklist acer-wmi" | sudo tee -a /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-acer-wmi.conf
I have checked noodle cable lengths for you, yes it can be longer this one is same as mine and colour (http://www.ebay.com/itm/100FT-30M-RJ45-CAT6a-CAT6-Flat-Ethernet-Patch-LAN-Network-Cable-Cord-Noodle-Wire-/400531226557), but mine is 10 metres this one it is 30 metres long :) , you can get the length you need in this type and around 90 degree corners. Many different sellers it was just first result in Google.
You will get it for much better price by choosing "sort by - lowest price plus postage" in ebay.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 27, 2017, 03:43:17 AM
I see how you mean.
It sounds very frustrating, it works 50% , like mono on a stereo, it sounds like it maybe can be caused by the hardware driver, or configuration issues with that driver ?

Have you tried this, solution (https://askubuntu.com/questions/887238/atheros-qca9565-ar9565-unstable-connection-slow-wireless-ubuntu-16-04) for speed issues on this card ?

Code: [Select]
echo "blacklist acer-wmi" | sudo tee -a /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-acer-wmi.conf
I have checked noodle cable lengths for you, yes it can be longer this one is same as mine and colour (http://www.ebay.com/itm/100FT-30M-RJ45-CAT6a-CAT6-Flat-Ethernet-Patch-LAN-Network-Cable-Cord-Noodle-Wire-/400531226557), but mine is 10 metres this one it is 30 metres long :) , you can get the length you need in this type and around 90 degree corners. Many different sellers it was just first result in Google.
You will get it for much better price by choosing "sort by - lowest price plus postage" in ebay.

Tried the solution in the link you gave but speed is still around 75Mbit. Problem i think is not the card but the 2.4Ghz band, it doesnt seem to go faster. The card doesnt support dual band. My Nexus 6 supports the 5Ghz band and gets to 145Mbit without any problems. So its either a 5Ghz usb adapter or get a cable. Will check out the online price for a flat cable here in The Netherlands.

Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 27, 2017, 11:32:33 AM
Before i do something i thought i ask here first. Been thinking and is it an option to change the internal wifi card in the laptop?
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 27, 2017, 04:41:22 PM
I am unsure about laptop hardware, can it have the chip on the mainboard for wireless, instead of a card ?
Hardware I have only changed a hard drive in laptop before.

I have changed, a most things inside desktops, but not mainboards.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 27, 2017, 04:47:19 PM
I am unsure about laptop hardware, can it have the chip on the mainboard for wireless, instead of a card ?
Hardware I have only changed a hard drive in laptop before.

I have changed, a most things inside desktops, but not mainboards.

good point, havent thought of that. Need to check if it has a seperate card or a chip on mainboard.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 27, 2017, 04:51:03 PM
If you look on the board edge for the serial or model number of mainboard you can enter this into Google and it will give you the info on the board.

Cat6 noodle cable in The Netherlands (http://nl.farnell.com/c/cable-wire-cable-assemblies/cable-assemblies/network-cables?rd=cat6&anyFilterApplied=false)

Do they sell noodle cables where you bought the good priced optical mouse with tail from ?
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 27, 2017, 05:35:53 PM
ok, i messed things up. Checked and saw that the laptop has a wifi card. Decided to disconnect it to see how that goes. Thats were things went wrong. During the reconnecting the card first the little screw decided to fall into the the interior of the laptop and it was unable to get it out. No problem, got extra screws but i couldnt get the tiny connectors to fit on the card and during the process of getting them on the connector of the white cable came of :(

So now got a laptop with a loose screw somewere inside it and no wireless card. Hooked up the nexus 6 and turned on usb tethering, got internet and its fast got 132Mbit download and 14Mbit upload.

So what to do now..is it safe to leave the screw inside the laptop? Did try to get it out but i hear it moving but not falling out. Can use the phone for internet on laptop so thats no problem.


Feel free to tell me that it was not a very smart thing to do..i know now. I guess i should know better by now but apperantly not :(
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 27, 2017, 05:58:51 PM
If you look on the board edge for the serial or model number of mainboard you can enter this into Google and it will give you the info on the board.

Cat6 noodle cable in The Netherlands (http://nl.farnell.com/c/cable-wire-cable-assemblies/cable-assemblies/network-cables?rd=cat6&anyFilterApplied=false)

Do they sell noodle cables where you bought the good priced optical mouse with tail from ?


Thanks, added it to bookmarks and will have a look at it later
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: LinuxNoob on May 27, 2017, 08:24:10 PM
I think it would be safer if you get the screw out if it lands somewhere and shorts out a spot. If you're not sure how to take the covers apart maybe it would be a good idea to take it to your local geek to get it out. Just to be safe.

I would do it myself but others who are not so inclined may want to have someone who knows what they're doing. It is up to you.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 27, 2017, 09:49:09 PM
I agree with LinuxNoob it is best to get the screw out.

have you tried , turning the laptop off, and gently tilting vertically rotating to move the screw nearer to where you can grab it ?

Is it the antenna cable connector came off the board, or a connector became disconnected from the cable ?
Here the man changes the wireless card, it shows how he removes the connectors and replaces them to the new (or the same) board.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcRlexHJlYU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcRlexHJlYU)


It looks easily to do this, the problem is the screw astray.

When off and laptop vertical (different angles) tap some keyboard keys to make vibrations see if it moves the screw.

Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 28, 2017, 03:58:19 AM
After about an hour i finally got the screw out. Becasue the connector of the white cable came off and the one on the blak cable was damaged after inspection i did cut down both wires and closed the laptop. So at the moment i got a laptop without wireless, but not a problem, hooked up the nexus 6 and using usb tethering to get online.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: Artim on May 28, 2017, 05:08:20 AM
I was about to suggest a magnetic screwdriver, until I saw your last post.  I used a wifi dongle from ThinkPenguin for awhile, until I found a script for getting mylaptop's built-in Broadcom wireless modem working.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 28, 2017, 06:18:52 AM
Found a old cat 5 utp patch cable and hooked that up to the laptop. Download speed is 150Mbit/sec. For now its ok, going to order a longer cable tomorrow, the one i use now is only 7,5M so cant be installed against the wall, it needs to be twice that length.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 28, 2017, 02:24:33 PM
The new ethernet cable you will order will solve it.

If you want to fix the antenna and connections then to fit the wireless card in, or a replacement one.
Cutting it back you will need to extend the antenna cables to the needed length and then to do this.
Can use 2 connectors, solder at the old cable and the new cable, between this it is a joiner connector screened, each side push into that and then they screw together each one over joiner, I have this type of joiners and also joiners that are adapters between antennas on the mobile kit for wifi.
Then solder the connectors at end of cable for the card.
Repeat for other cable.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 28, 2017, 02:30:13 PM
I ordered a flat S/FTP cable from ebay, will arrive in a few days. Untill then i can either use my phone (usb tethering) or use a old cat 5 cable.
I didnt look good and thought i ordered the cat 6 cable but it is actually a cat 7 cable, no problem, price was 11,99 euro and free shipping from Jersey
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 28, 2017, 08:48:47 PM
Good to read you have the cable on its way. :)
I haven't used cat 7, it says they also use the cat 7 for wiring smart homes.

Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on May 29, 2017, 03:02:43 AM
For me a cat5, cat5e or cat6/6a would have worked as fine. Even the cat 5 cable i use now reaches download speed of 150Mbit.
But at leat i am prepared for the future :)
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: bitsnpcs on May 29, 2017, 09:47:42 AM
It good to be prepared for the future, and you don't need to then buy another cable to upgrade soon. :)




Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: CoraDias on February 26, 2018, 11:36:58 AM
Hi...i am a new user here. I have seen a device that you plug it in electric outlet, then router ethernet cable to that plug, next then to any/many socket outlet in your home you plug the other of pair/sets, and short ethernet cable to computer.

pcb assembly request (https://www.7pcb.com/blog/request-pcb-assembly-quote.php)
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on February 26, 2018, 11:57:10 AM
I just hooked the laptop up to a cat 7 cable, was cheaper.
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: trinidad on February 26, 2018, 06:18:46 PM
Just a thought but maybe ask the kids at the Solydx forum if they have a connection to get Panda products to the Netherlands.

TC
Title: Re: wireless usb adapter
Post by: TMG1961 on February 27, 2018, 02:59:48 AM
For me the wired solution works. The laptop is always at the same place, hasnt moved since i got it. So a cable isnt a problem, and it only did cost me 13 euro. Speed is good, 200Mbit/secdownload