issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex Wireless Enhanced G Notebook Card

Asked by Genny

I recently intalled Xubuntu 11.04 on my friend, Dean's laptop. We originally installed Ubuntu but the computer was being too slow since the computer is a bit old, but we were able to get the Dynex Wireless Enhanced G Notebook Card (model # DX-WGPNBC) working after a bit of troubleshooting. However, since installing Xubuntu we cannot get the wireless card working at all.

The only way Dean can get internet right now is if he is hard-wired in, but that's not practical since he doesn't have a had-wired connection at this house, as he only relies on wireless at coffee shops/library. How about can we get this wireless card working? Any ideas would greatly be appreciated. Thanks,
Genny (on behalf of Dean)

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Randall Ross (randall) said :
#1

Hi Genny,

Please open Applications: Accessories: Terminal and type the following
commands (separately):
lspci
lsusb

Then, copy and paste the resulting outputs into this thread.

Thanks!
Randall

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#2

how do i copy this to the usb flashdisk properly ?
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci isusb
No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
Ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci Isusb
No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
Ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci isusb
No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci
No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb
No command 'isusb' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lsusb' from package 'usbutils' (main)
isusb: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci: command not found
Ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci Isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci: command not found
Ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci: command not found
ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci: command not found
ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'isusb' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lsusb' from package 'usbutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb: command not found
isusb:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$

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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#3

The commands to be typed start with the letter "l" which is the letter after "k" and before "m"; "l" as in Lima, Loser, Ligature, Lyrics

So the proper commands are LSPCI, but in lower case, as in lspci; and LSUSB, but in lower case, as in lsusb

I hope that makes things clearer

JJW

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 3:41 PM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon posted a new comment:
how do i copy this to the usb flashdisk properly ?
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci isusb
No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
Ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci Isusb
No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
Ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci isusb
No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci
No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
ispci: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb
No command 'isusb' found, did you mean:
 Command 'lsusb' from package 'usbutils' (main)
isusb: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci: command not found
Ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci Isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'Ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Ispci: command not found
Ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci: command not found
ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'ispci' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lspci' from package 'pciutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ ispci: command not found
ispci:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ No command 'isusb' found, did you mean:
No: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ Command 'lsusb' from package 'usbutils' (main)
bash: syntax error near unexpected token `('
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ isusb: command not found
isusb:: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$: command not found
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#4

 deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ lspci
00:00.0 Host bridge: Intel Corporation 82845 845 [Brookdale] Chipset Host Bridge (rev 04)
00:01.0 PCI bridge: Intel Corporation 82845 845 [Brookdale] Chipset AGP Bridge (rev 04)
00:1e.0 PCI bridge: Intel Corporation 82801 Mobile PCI Bridge (rev 42)
00:1f.0 ISA bridge: Intel Corporation 82801CAM ISA Bridge (LPC) (rev 02)
00:1f.1 IDE interface: Intel Corporation 82801CAM IDE U100 Controller (rev 02)
00:1f.5 Multimedia audio controller: Intel Corporation 82801CA/CAM AC'97 Audio Controller (rev 02)
01:00.0 VGA compatible controller: ATI Technologies Inc Radeon Mobility M7 LW [Radeon Mobility 7500]
02:04.0 Communication controller: Agere Systems LT WinModem (rev 02)
02:06.0 CardBus bridge: Texas Instruments PCI1420 PC card Cardbus Controller
02:06.1 CardBus bridge: Texas Instruments PCI1420 PC card Cardbus Controller
02:08.0 Ethernet controller: Intel Corporation 82801CAM (ICH3) PRO/100 VM (KM) Ethernet Controller (rev 42)
02:0e.0 USB Controller: NEC Corporation USB (rev 41)
02:0e.1 USB Controller: NEC Corporation USB (rev 41)
02:0e.2 USB Controller: NEC Corporation USB 2.0 (rev 02)
03:00.0 Network controller: Broadcom Corporation BCM4318 [AirForce One 54g] 802.11g Wireless LAN Controller (rev 02)
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$ lsusb
Bus 003 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 002 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 001 Device 005: ID 05dc:a731 Lexar Media, Inc.
Bus 001 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub
deangmoxon@deangmoxon-Evo-N610c-DD502A-ABA:~$

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Randall Ross (randall) said :
#5

Thanks for providing the output of lspci and lsusb.

The key to this solution is the output line that reads:
03:00.0 Network controller: Broadcom Corporation BCM4318 [AirForce One
54g] 802.11g Wireless LAN Controller (rev 02)
(That line tells us the exact chipset of your wireless card = BCM4318)

Based on that info I've searched around for good instructions, and this
set of instructions seems to be correct. (Please note that I have not
personally tested them though.)

Please go here:

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx

In you have internet access on the system that is having the issues,
follow the instructions in the section entitled "Installing b43 drivers"
(This section begins about half way down the page.)

In you do not have internet access on the system that is having the
issues, follow the instructions in the section entitled "b43 - No
Internet access"

Hope this helps.

Cheers,
Randall.

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#6

THANX I WILL TRY THIS WHEN I GET OUT F JAIL

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#7

i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
i do not understand the instructions
can i get some help

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#8

i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
i do not understand the instructions
can i get some help

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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#9

Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?

On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> i do not understand the instructions
> can i get some help
>

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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#10

hey john
first off thanx for all the free help
it is greatly appreciated
having said that...
i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
all instructions
i know how to type tap or click
from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
and thanx again

On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
>
> Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
>
> https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
>
> On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > i do not understand the instructions
> > can i get some help
> >
>
>
> --
>
> John Weintraub
> #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> Richmond BC Canada
> V6Y 3W3
> 604-813-9830
> Res: 778-297-0012
> Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
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>
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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#11

No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or router, or other ISP)?

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
hey john
first off thanx for all the free help
it is greatly appreciated
having said that...
i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
all instructions
i know how to type tap or click
from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
and thanx again

On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
>
> Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
>
> https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
>
> On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > i do not understand the instructions
> > can i get some help
> >
>
>
> --
>
> John Weintraub
> #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> Richmond BC Canada
> V6Y 3W3
> 604-813-9830
> Res: 778-297-0012
> Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> <email address hidden>
>
> You received this question notification because you are a direct
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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#12

john
the comp has a wireless dynex card
i am picking up a signal from near by

On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> router, or other ISP)?
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> hey john
> first off thanx for all the free help
> it is greatly appreciated
> having said that...
> i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> all instructions
> i know how to type tap or click
> from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> and thanx again
>
> On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> >
> > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> >
> > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> >
> > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > can i get some help
> > >
> >
> >
> > --
> >
> > John Weintraub
> > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > Richmond BC Canada
> > V6Y 3W3
> > 604-813-9830
> > Res: 778-297-0012
> > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > <email address hidden>
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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#13

I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you can't understand and a very important part of it requires an existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month). It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and Hastings..

You really will not be able to proceed without an established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient. You need connectivity in order to make this work.

Okay?

Cheers JJW

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
john
the comp has a wireless dynex card
i am picking up a signal from near by

On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> router, or other ISP)?
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> hey john
> first off thanx for all the free help
> it is greatly appreciated
> having said that...
> i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> all instructions
> i know how to type tap or click
> from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> and thanx again
>
> On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> >
> > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> >
> > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> >
> > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > can i get some help
> > >
> >
> >
> > --
> >
> > John Weintraub
> > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > Richmond BC Canada
> > V6Y 3W3
> > 604-813-9830
> > Res: 778-297-0012
> > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > <email address hidden>
> >
> > You received this question notification because you are a direct
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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#14

ok cool thats awesome !
thanx man

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you
> can't understand and a very important part of it requires an
> existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have
> a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and
> ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process
> that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-
> based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set
> up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their
> router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection
> device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as
> McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday
> nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than
> that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can
> get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they
> specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I
> volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month).
> It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and
> Hastings..
>
> You really will not be able to proceed without an
> established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE
> you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient.
> You need connectivity in order to make this work.
>
> Okay?
>
> Cheers JJW
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> john
> the comp has a wireless dynex card
> i am picking up a signal from near by
>
> On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> > to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> > router, or other ISP)?
> >
> >
> > From: deangmoxon
> > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> > To: <email address hidden>
> > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> >
> >
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > hey john
> > first off thanx for all the free help
> > it is greatly appreciated
> > having said that...
> > i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> > all instructions
> > i know how to type tap or click
> > from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> > so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> > and thanx again
> >
> > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > >
> > > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> > >
> > > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> > >
> > > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > >
> > > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > > can i get some help
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --
> > >
> > > John Weintraub
> > > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > > Richmond BC Canada
> > > V6Y 3W3
> > > 604-813-9830
> > > Res: 778-297-0012
> > > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > > <email address hidden>
> > >
> > > You received this question notification because you are a direct
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> > >
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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#15

So Dean, how do you plan to proceed; which option are you going to use?

Thanks & Cheers JJW

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 12:31 PM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
ok cool thats awesome !
thanx man

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you
> can't understand and a very important part of it requires an
> existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have
> a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and
> ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process
> that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-
> based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set
> up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their
> router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection
> device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as
> McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday
> nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than
> that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can
> get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they
> specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I
> volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month).
> It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and
> Hastings..
>
> You really will not be able to proceed without an
> established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE
> you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient.
> You need connectivity in order to make this work.
>
> Okay?
>
> Cheers JJW
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> john
> the comp has a wireless dynex card
> i am picking up a signal from near by
>
> On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> > to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> > router, or other ISP)?
> >
> >
> > From: deangmoxon
> > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> > To: <email address hidden>
> > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> >
> >
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > hey john
> > first off thanx for all the free help
> > it is greatly appreciated
> > having said that...
> > i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> > all instructions
> > i know how to type tap or click
> > from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> > so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> > and thanx again
> >
> > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > >
> > > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> > >
> > > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> > >
> > > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > >
> > > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > > can i get some help
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --
> > >
> > > John Weintraub
> > > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > > Richmond BC Canada
> > > V6Y 3W3
> > > 604-813-9830
> > > Res: 778-297-0012
> > > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > > <email address hidden>
> > >
> > > You received this question notification because you are a direct
> > > subscriber of the question.
> > >
> >
> > --
> > You received this question notification because you are a member of
> > Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Support Heroes, which is an answer contact for
> > Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support.
> >
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> > subscriber of the question.
> >
>
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deangmoxon (dean-moxon) said :
#16

i dunno truthfully
i really don't know

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 1:01 PM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> So Dean, how do you plan to proceed; which option are you going to use?
>
> Thanks & Cheers JJW
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 12:31 PM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> ok cool thats awesome !
> thanx man
>
> On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you
> > can't understand and a very important part of it requires an
> > existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have
> > a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and
> > ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process
> > that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-
> > based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set
> > up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their
> > router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection
> > device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as
> > McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday
> > nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than
> > that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can
> > get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they
> > specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I
> > volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month).
> > It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and
> > Hastings..
> >
> > You really will not be able to proceed without an
> > established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE
> > you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient.
> > You need connectivity in order to make this work.
> >
> > Okay?
> >
> > Cheers JJW
> >
> >
> > From: deangmoxon
> > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
> > To: <email address hidden>
> > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> >
> >
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > john
> > the comp has a wireless dynex card
> > i am picking up a signal from near by
> >
> > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
> > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> > > to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> > > router, or other ISP)?
> > >
> > >
> > > From: deangmoxon
> > > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> > > To: <email address hidden>
> > > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> > >
> > >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > hey john
> > > first off thanx for all the free help
> > > it is greatly appreciated
> > > having said that...
> > > i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> > > all instructions
> > > i know how to type tap or click
> > > from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> > > so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> > > and thanx again
> > >
> > > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> > > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> > >
> > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > >
> > > > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> > > >
> > > > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> > > >
> > > > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support
> changed:
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > > >
> > > > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > > > can i get some help
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub
> > > > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > > > Richmond BC Canada
> > > > V6Y 3W3
> > > > 604-813-9830
> > > > Res: 778-297-0012
> > > > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > > > <email address hidden>
> > > >
> > > > You received this question notification because you are a direct
> > > > subscriber of the question.
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > You received this question notification because you are a member of
> > > Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Support Heroes, which is an answer contact for
> > > Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support.
> > >
> > > You received this question notification because you are a direct
> > > subscriber of the question.
> > >
> >
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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#17

No worries Dean. Just let us know which way you want to proceed. I can certainly help you this way via email, especially if you can print out the emails with my specific instructions so you can read them as you type them. The fact is you will have to use a terminal session (meaning using BASH) and it can become a real pain in the rear end to have to toggle back and forth between an email and the terminal session. Far better to have the instructions printed off so you can read them as you type. Perhaps, if you should choose options one, two or three, to then forward the instructions (that I haven't yet given you as you haven't decided how to proceed) to a friend and have that friend print them out for you.

Cheers JJW

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 1:31 PM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
i dunno truthfully
i really don't know

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 1:01 PM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> So Dean, how do you plan to proceed; which option are you going to use?
>
> Thanks & Cheers JJW
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 12:31 PM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> ok cool thats awesome !
> thanx man
>
> On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you
> > can't understand and a very important part of it requires an
> > existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have
> > a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and
> > ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process
> > that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-
> > based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set
> > up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their
> > router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection
> > device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as
> > McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday
> > nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than
> > that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can
> > get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they
> > specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I
> > volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month).
> > It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and
> > Hastings..
> >
> > You really will not be able to proceed without an
> > established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE
> > you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient.
> > You need connectivity in order to make this work.
> >
> > Okay?
> >
> > Cheers JJW
> >
> >
> > From: deangmoxon
> > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
> > To: <email address hidden>
> > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> >
> >
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > john
> > the comp has a wireless dynex card
> > i am picking up a signal from near by
> >
> > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
> > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> > > to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> > > router, or other ISP)?
> > >
> > >
> > > From: deangmoxon
> > > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> > > To: <email address hidden>
> > > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> > >
> > >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > hey john
> > > first off thanx for all the free help
> > > it is greatly appreciated
> > > having said that...
> > > i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> > > all instructions
> > > i know how to type tap or click
> > > from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> > > so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> > > and thanx again
> > >
> > > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> > > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> > >
> > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > >
> > > > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> > > >
> > > > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> > > >
> > > > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support
> changed:
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > > >
> > > > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > > > can i get some help
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub
> > > > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > > > Richmond BC Canada
> > > > V6Y 3W3
> > > > 604-813-9830
> > > > Res: 778-297-0012
> > > > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > > > <email address hidden>
> > > >
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John Weintraub (johnweintraub) said :
#18

Dean;

I haven't heard from you in a long while I spoke with your friend (whose name escapes me at this moment) at a UVLC event. Do you want more help via email, or would you prefer to come in next Wednesday (tonight is fine, but I won't be there but many capable tech volunteers will be) at FreeGeek Vancouver Open Help Night? 1820 Pandora Street 6:30 PM start, but bet to be there on time or even early.

Cheers JJW

From: deangmoxon
Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 1:31 PM
To: <email address hidden>
Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card

Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413

deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
i dunno truthfully
i really don't know

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 1:01 PM, John Weintraub <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> So Dean, how do you plan to proceed; which option are you going to use?
>
> Thanks & Cheers JJW
>
>
> From: deangmoxon
> Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 12:31 PM
> To: <email address hidden>
> Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
>
>
> Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
>
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
>
> deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> ok cool thats awesome !
> thanx man
>
> On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 12:25 PM, John Weintraub <
> <email address hidden>> wrote:
>
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > I assume your first name is dean? Look, Dean, I reviewed that page you
> > can't understand and a very important part of it requires an
> > existing/established internet connection. So either (1) you have to have
> > a WIRED (physical) connection where you currently use your laptop and
> > ensure that you can surf the web (that will allow the download process
> > that you need to happen to actually happen, even though it's not a web-
> > based process) or (2) get yourself to a friend's place where you can set
> > up a WIRED connection (using an Ethernet cable plugged into their
> > router) or (3) get yourself (beg or borrow) a USB wireless connection
> > device that you can use to connect at a free Wi-Fi location such as
> > McDonalds or Starbucks or (4) come to FreeGeek Vancouver on Wednesday
> > nights (6-30 to about 9:30, though in reality in often runs later than
> > that, YOU would need to get there as early as possible because it can
> > get busy; the place is an ethical recycling non-profit, and they
> > specialize in installing and therefore supporting Ubuntu Linux, and I
> > volunteer there every Wednesday except the last Wednesday of the month).
> > It's located at 1820 Pandora Street, just north and west of Victoria and
> > Hastings..
> >
> > You really will not be able to proceed without an
> > established/establishable internet connection where you can GUARANTEE
> > you can access the internet. Just getting a signal is not sufficient.
> > You need connectivity in order to make this work.
> >
> > Okay?
> >
> > Cheers JJW
> >
> >
> > From: deangmoxon
> > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 12:01 PM
> > To: <email address hidden>
> > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> >
> >
> > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> >
> > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > john
> > the comp has a wireless dynex card
> > i am picking up a signal from near by
> >
> > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM, John Weintraub <
> > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > No problem for the help. Can I ask you do you have a wired connection
> > > to the internet (I.e., to a Shaw cable modem, TELUS ADSL modem or
> > > router, or other ISP)?
> > >
> > >
> > > From: deangmoxon
> > > Sent: Sunday, June 12, 2011 10:51 AM
> > > To: <email address hidden>
> > > Subject: Re: [Question #159413]: issues with Xubuntu 11.04 and Dynex
> > > WirelessEnhanced G Notebook Card
> > >
> > >
> > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > >
> > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > hey john
> > > first off thanx for all the free help
> > > it is greatly appreciated
> > > having said that...
> > > i am having trouble understanding ubuntu instructions
> > > all instructions
> > > i know how to type tap or click
> > > from there i can do anything instructed if it is simply put to me
> > > so if u can help me connect my comp to the web that would be great
> > > and thanx again
> > >
> > > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM, John Weintraub <
> > > <email address hidden>> wrote:
> > >
> > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support changed:
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub proposed the following answer:
> > > >
> > > > Were you having problems understanding the information on this link:
> > > >
> > > > https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Driver/bcm43xx ?
> > > >
> > > > On 11-06-11 05:15 PM, deangmoxon wrote:
> > > > > Question #159413 on Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Technical Support
> changed:
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu-vancouver-loco-tech-support/+question/159413
> > > > >
> > > > > deangmoxon proposed the following answer:
> > > > > i have no idea what any of the instructions are asking me to do.
> > > > > i cannot connect to a wireless connection in my area
> > > > > i do not understand the instructions
> > > > > can i get some help
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > >
> > > > John Weintraub
> > > > #333-7451 Moffatt Rd.
> > > > Richmond BC Canada
> > > > V6Y 3W3
> > > > 604-813-9830
> > > > Res: 778-297-0012
> > > > Toll-free: 1-866-650-9696
> > > > <email address hidden>
> > > >
> > > > You received this question notification because you are a direct
> > > > subscriber of the question.
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > You received this question notification because you are a member of
> > > Ubuntu Vancouver LoCo Support Heroes, which is an answer contact for
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