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[acx111] D-link G650+

Bug #45983 reported by rodgie
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Bug Description

Binary package hint: linux-restricted-modules-2.6-386

Many people think that acx111 not working is a firmware problem, but from what i undestand it is driver's issue.
Daper Drake has driver version 3.21.
(ver. available via command >iwconfig wlan0 [look for nickname])

Changelog from website http://acx100.erley.org/ where the driver is developed (only important parts)::

[20060126] 0.3.31
* fix bug uncovered by code added in support for firmware 2.3.1.31
[20060124] 0.3.30
* fix breakage introduced by vda
* Bas Vermeulen <email address hidden>:
  support for firmware 2.3.1.31
[20060108] 0.3.25
* fix scanning breakage

Also the new driver looks for firmware in /lib/firmware directory, so it is visible to all kernel versions.

Newest driver (check README for info):
http://acx100.erley.org/acx-20060521.tar.bz2

Including the new driver in Daper's kernel's modules would help many acx 100/111 users. If it's possible I would be really grateful for saving my time each time I set up new kernel.
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PS.I currently use driver v. 3.35 (acx-20060215.tar.bz2) with D-link G650+ (h/w B1, radio16) - works OK, I haven't checked the newest driver yet.

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rodgie (rodgie) wrote :

Links to related posts:
https://launchpad.net/distros/ubuntu/+source/linux-source-2.6.15/+bug/30766
https://launchpad.net/distros/ubuntu/+source/linux-source-2.6.15/+bug/44588
https://launchpad.net/distros/ubuntu/+source/linux-source-2.6.15/+bug/35249
https://launchpad.net/distros/ubuntu/+source/linux-source-2.6.15/+bug/23787
https://launchpad.net/distros/ubuntu/+source/linux-source-2.6.15/+bug/22195

I think the best way is to upgrade the driver and use the newest open source firmware.

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Launchpad Janitor (janitor) wrote : This bug is now reported against the 'linux' package

Beginning with the Hardy Heron 8.04 development cycle, all open Ubuntu kernel bugs need to be reported against the "linux" kernel package. We are automatically migrating this linux-source-2.6.15 kernel bug to the new "linux" package. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make this transition. Also, if you would be interested in testing the upcoming Intrepid Ibex 8.10 release, it is available at http://www.ubuntu.com/testing . Please let us know your results. Thanks!

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