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How to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver on Debian Trixie – Step-by-step

May 21, 2025 | By the+gnu+linux+evangelist.

GNU/Linux Debian Trixie Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver Setup – Step-by-step Guide

Hi! The Tutorialz shows you Step-by-Step How to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Wireless Driver in Debian 13 Trixie GNU/Linux.

And this Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver Debian Trixie Setup should be working also after a Kernel Upgrade with the Dkms integration.

Moreover, the Rtl8xxxu Driver support the following Chipsets:

  • RTL8188CUS
  • RTL8188EU (Basic)
  • RTL8191CU
  • RTL8192CU
  • RTL8192FU (Experimental)
  • RTL8723AU (Basic)
  • RTL8723BU (Limited)
  • RTL8731AU

Many thanks to Developer Lwfinger for his precious and generous Free Work on the rtl8XXXU Driver — GitHub Page.

Especially relevant: the supported Kernel Range may vary over time, as does the Driver itself — for up-to-date details, see the Developer Documentation.

To ensure the best setup for Realtek WiFi drivers, it’s recommended to update or upgrade your kernel. This process can help in resolving compatibility issues and improve driver performance. You can follow the detailed guide on how to Update your Kernel on various GNU/Linux distributions here.

How to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver on Debian Trixie – Step-by-step
  1. 1. Launching Shell Emulator

    Open a Terminal window
    (Press “Enter” to Execute Commands).

    Step-by-step Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver Debian Trixie Installation - Open Terminal Shell Emulator
    In case first see: Terminal QuickStart Guide.
  2. 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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