GNU/Linux Mint Realtek rtl8821CE Apt Driver Setup – Step-by-step Guide
Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install Realtek rtl8821CE WiFi/Bluetooth Driver from Apt Repository in GNU/Linux Mint LTS Desktop.
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.
Especially relevant: this set up has been tested successfully working up to 5.9 Linux Kernel.
Last, this Realtek rtl8821CE Driver Linux Mint Setup should be working also after a Kernel Upgrade with the Dkms integration.
Most noteworthy: in case of failure you can try instead the Realtek rtl8821CE Driver Source Setup, that in some cases is a valid Substitute!
1. Terminal QuickStart
How to QuickStart with Command Line on Mint
First, Update the Apt Repo Sources with:
sudo apt update
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