GNU/Linux Mint 18 Realtek rtl8821CE Driver Source Setup – Step-by-step Guide
Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install Realtek rtl8821CE WiFi/Bluetooth Driver from Source Code in Mint GNU/Linux 18.x Sarah/Serena/Sonya/Sylvia LTS Desktops.
Especially relevant: before running this Setup you can try the Realtek rtl8821CE Driver from Apt Package or from Kelebek333 PPA Repo that may be a good Alternative.
Moreover, from the original Realtek Documentation the Driver may support all the following Chipsets:
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Wifi+Bluetooth
- RTL8723BE
- RTL8821AE
- RTL8822BE
- RTL8821CE
- RTL8723DE Wifi only
- RTL8812AE
- RTL8192EE
- RTL8188EE
As suggested from the Realtek Driver Support and the Arch Linux AUR Package.
Moreover, this Realtek rtl8821CE Driver Mint 18 Setup should be working also after a Kernel Upgrade with the Dkms integration.
Please be aware of how this Driver is Not supporting all the Linux Kernels range, so in case of issue consult the available Online Documentation.
So as a possible Solution, then you may also see: How to Install New Kernel Guide.
Again, in case of Issue for preventing any possible Driver loading Interference you should also take into account: How to Blacklist Kernel Modules.
1. Launching Terminal
Open a Terminal Shell Emulator Window:
(Press “Enter” to Execute Commands).In case first see: Terminal QuickStart Guide.
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