GNU/Linux Arch Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver Setup – Step-by-step Guide
Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Wireless Driver in Arch Stream GNU/Linux Desktop.
And this Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver Arch 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.
Finally, this Setup is Valid for All the Arch Linux Based Distros like:
- Manjaro
- CachyOS
- EndeavourOS
- Garuda
- ArcoLinux
- Archman
- Bluestar
- Archcraft
- ArchLabs
- ArchBang
- BlackArch
- Artix
1. Installing AUR Package Manager
How to Install Yay for Arch GNU/Linux
2. Installing Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver
Then to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver in Arch
Simply run:yay -Sy --noconfirm rtl8xxxu-dkms-git
On Prompt try simply to Hit “Enter” and follow with the Default Choices.
Possibly to Accept the License Agreement Hit “q”.
In case of any Issue and for further insight see: AUR rtl8xxxu-dkms-git.
So Now I’m truly Happy if My Guide could Help you to Install Realtek rtl8XXXU Driver on Arch!