On 01 Apr 2008, Jeff D wrote: > > > > That's all very well, but I couldn't get ipw3945-modules-2.6.24 to build > > for me, although 2.6.23 did. And don't say I should switch to iwl3945 > > because I've never got that to work in spite of following all the > > instructions. As a result of this "improvement" I cannot use a kernel > > later than 2.6.23 in my laptop. > > > > Anthony > > > > > > As of kernel 2.6.24 the driver for the 3945 and 4965 intel wireless cards > have been built into the kernel. While I do not have a 3945, I have the > 4965. I was building the modules for each kernel. But with > linux-image-2.6.24-1-686 on Lenny, I just had to install the debian kernel > and it worked for me. Which is great, no more patch, build bhe kernel, > build the module routine. But, with a kernel you are rolling yourself, > you shouldnt need any other outside packages other than the firmware for > the card. Might be something worth while to try out, that is unless there > are some other gotchas for your laptop. Also, this is on a lenovo T61. > > --
I'm using a Z61M, which is pretty similar to the T61, I think. I tried the stock Debian kernel 2.6.24 plus firmware-iwlwifi from Sid but although the wireless card does seem to be recognized it doesn't connect. I spent several days wrestling with it but gave up in the end and stayed with the older kernel. Anthony -- Anthony Campbell - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Microsoft-free zone - Using Debian GNU/Linux http://www.acampbell.org.uk (blog, book reviews, on-line books and sceptical articles) -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
