GNU/Linux KDE Neon 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 KDE Neon LTS GNU/Linux Desktop.
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.
This Driver this Driver should be functioning also for the following Realtek Chipsets:
- PCIe: RTL8723DE, RTL8814AE, RTL8821CE, RTL8822BE, RTL8822CE
- SDIO: RTL8723CS, RTL8723DS, RTL8821CS, RTL8822BS, RTL8822CS
- USB: RTL8723DU, RTL8811AU, RTL8811CU, RTL8812AU, RTL8812BU, RTL8812CU, RTL8814AU, RTL8821AU, RTL8821CU, RTL8822BU, RTL8822CU
As for the Lwfinger Rtw88 Driver Documentation.
Especially relevant: this set up has been tested successfully working up to 6.x Linux Kernel.
Last, this Realtek rtl8821CE Driver KDE Neon Linux 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. Terminal Getting-Started Guide
How to Quick Start with Command Line on KDE Neon GNU/Linux:
2. Installing Dependencies
Then to Install Required Packages
First, possibly Upgrade your System with:sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
If a New Kernel has been installed, reboot the system using:sudo reboot
Again run:sudo apt install build-essential linux-headers-$(uname -r) dkms unzip git
Authenticate with the User Admin Pass.
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