Installing
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2. Installing Firmware
So to Install Non-free Firmware for Mt76 Module
Simply play:sudo apt install firmware-misc-nonfree
But if “not found” then follow the instructions on the linked Guide.
How to Add Debian Non Free Repo Preserving SystemEspecially relevant, in case of Issue with the latest Devices you may see: How to Update Linux Firmware!
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3. Updating System
So then best to Update System
Running:sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
In case of a New Kernel Setup then Reboot with:
sudo reboot
Then Check your Kernel Version with:
uname -r
The Device should work properly on a 5.4.1+ Kernel.
How to Install the Latest Kernel on Debian StretchMainline Kernel Debian Stretch Installation -
4. Loading Driver
Then to Load MediaTek MT76 Kernel Module
Usually Automatically loaded at Startup!
But in case, simply play:sudo modprobe mt76
Or for a USB Device try with:
sudo modprobe mt76-usb
To know that with Kernel 5.9 also a SDIO Socket version is introduced:
sudo modprobe mt76-sdio
Then restart the Network Manager Service play:
sudo service network-manager restart
Possibly, try also to unplug and replug in your Adapter.
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