Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working [SOLVED]
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Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working [SOLVED]
I pulled out my 2008 Macbook desiring to breath new life into it. I used Linux Mint 17.2 on a Macbook Air and it worked great. Now that I tried it on this model, I am having substantial difficulty getting the ethernet and wi-fi to work. I have installed Opensuse Leap, Lubuntu, Xubuntu, and Linux Mint 18 with the same problem occurring.
Immediately after install, I plug the ethernet cord in and it states that I am connected, but I am not able to use the web browser. It simply states that I do not have an internet connection when doing this. Any advice you can impart on my behalf is most appreciated.
Immediately after install, I plug the ethernet cord in and it states that I am connected, but I am not able to use the web browser. It simply states that I do not have an internet connection when doing this. Any advice you can impart on my behalf is most appreciated.
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Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Let's get a look at your system. Run the following command from a terminal:
If you type, the F is a capital. Copy and paste the output back here between Code tags. It's easier to read that way.
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inxi -Fxz
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Here is the code
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Desktop: Cinnamon 3.0.6 (Gtk 3.18.9-1ubuntu3)
Distro: Linux Mint 18 Sarah
Machine: System: Apple (portable) product: MacBook4 1 v: 1.0
Mobo: Apple model: Mac-F22788A9 v: PVT
Bios: Apple v: MB41.88Z.00C1.B00.0802091535 date: 02/09/08
CPU: Dual core Intel Core2 Duo T8300 (-MCP-) cache: 3072 KB
flags: (lm nx sse sse2 sse3 sse4_1 ssse3 vmx) bmips: 9575
clock speeds: max: 2400 MHz 1: 800 MHz 2: 1800 MHz
Graphics: Card: Intel Mobile GM965/GL960 Integrated Graphics Controller (primary)
bus-ID: 00:02.0
Display Server: X.Org 1.18.3 drivers: intel (unloaded: fbdev,vesa)
Resolution: 1280x800@59.91hz
GLX Renderer: Mesa DRI Intel 965GM
GLX Version: 2.1 Mesa 11.2.0 Direct Rendering: Yes
Audio: Card Intel 82801H (ICH8 Family) HD Audio Controller
driver: snd_hda_intel bus-ID: 00:1b.0
Sound: Advanced Linux Sound Architecture v: k4.4.0-21-generic
Network: Card-1: Broadcom BCM4321 802.11a/b/g/n driver: wl bus-ID: 02:00.0
IF: wls4 state: dormant mac: <filter>
Card-2: Marvell 88E8058 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
driver: sky2 v: 1.30 port: 5000 bus-ID: 03:00.0
IF: ens5 state: down mac: <filter>
Drives: HDD Total Size: 160.0GB (4.6% used)
ID-1: /dev/sda model: FUJITSU_MHY2160B size: 160.0GB
Partition: ID-1: / size: 145G used: 5.0G (4%) fs: ext4 dev: /dev/sda2
ID-2: swap-1 size: 2.13GB used: 0.00GB (0%) fs: swap dev: /dev/sda3
RAID: No RAID devices: /proc/mdstat, md_mod kernel module present
Sensors: System Temperatures: cpu: 27.3C mobo: N/A
Fan Speeds (in rpm): cpu: N/A
Info: Processes: 269 Uptime: 5 days Memory: 491.0/1980.9MB
Init: systemd runlevel: 5 Gcc sys: 5.3.1
Client: Shell (bash 4.3.421) inxi: 2.2.35
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
I tried the Menu > Administration > Driver Manager and I am not even given the option to select between various drivers. Instead, a message states that "Drivers cannot be installed. Please connect to the internet or insert Linux Mint Installation DVD (or USB stick)."
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Also I tried this as well in order to uninstall the current drivers:
This proved unfruitful too.
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sudo apt-get remove bcmwl-kernel-source broadcom-sta-dkms broadcom-sta-common
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Metatronos, see if the results in this thread work for you. The adapter matches yours.
viewtopic.php?f=53&t=223778&hilit=Broadcom+BCM4321
JeremyB has much more extensive networking knowledge than mine. You can search through his posts. I found the URL above by doing just that.
viewtopic.php?f=53&t=223778&hilit=Broadcom+BCM4321
JeremyB has much more extensive networking knowledge than mine. You can search through his posts. I found the URL above by doing just that.
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
I really appreciate your diligence on my behalf. I think I am going to just build a computer from the ground up for strictly running Linux Mint. It is my hope to do 4k Video creation and editing for a business idea I have. I just need to do my research now on which hardware components are compatible with Linux. Again, thanks!
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Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
https://community.linuxmint.com/hardware
This is certified hardware.
Most of the Intel hardware nowadays will run Mint.
This is certified hardware.
Most of the Intel hardware nowadays will run Mint.
If I have helped you solve a problem, please add [SOLVED] to your first post title, it helps other users looking for help.
Regards,
Deepak
Mint 21.1 Cinnamon 64 bit with AMD A6 / 8GB
Mint 21.1 Cinnamon AMD Ryzen3500U/8gb
Regards,
Deepak
Mint 21.1 Cinnamon 64 bit with AMD A6 / 8GB
Mint 21.1 Cinnamon AMD Ryzen3500U/8gb
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
This is exactly what I've been looking for. Thank you! This cuts my research time down quite a bit.deepakdeshp wrote:https://community.linuxmint.com/hardware
This is certified hardware.
Most of the Intel hardware nowadays will run Mint.
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Finally, Linux Mint 18.1 Serena runs like a champ on the Macbook!! Thanks Mint team!!
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working
Awesome! It's good to know that these older MacBooks can still function past Apple's forced outdating of OSX.
Don't forget to add [Solved] to the title of your thread so everyone can know you've found a solution.
Don't forget to add [Solved] to the title of your thread so everyone can know you've found a solution.
Re: Macbook 4, 1 Ethernet and Wireless not working [SOLVED]
I have a MacBook Pro 2014 and I solved the wireless problem by plugging in a cheap Realtek 802.11n USB dongle I bought for my Raspberry Pi. Mint detected it and connected right away.
I then ran:
apt-get update && apt-get upgrade -y
REBOOTED
Broadcomm drivers installed and working.
I then ran:
apt-get update && apt-get upgrade -y
REBOOTED
Broadcomm drivers installed and working.