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Wireless not working when using UBUNTU 13.04 on DELL Precision M6300

I installed UBUNTU 13.04 dual boot with Windows 8. all working perfectly well except my wireless. the wireless does not turn on or off. neither it detects any wireless system. Fn+F2 does not turn on ...
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Dell inspiron mini 1210 graphic driver problems

I have downloaded ubuntu 13.04 and tried to install on my dell inspiron 1210. Everything went smooth my wifi works, and everything seems ok but when i try to popup some window or try to start Mozilla ...
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How do I get a Dell Wireless 1350 adapter working?

I installed Ubuntu 12.04 on my dell inspiron 1150 that has a dell branded wireless adapter. It says firmware missing and does not allow me to use wifi. However I can connect with a ethernet ...
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Wireless Not Work Dell Inspiron 3420 [duplicate]

How to instal BCM4365 on My Dell Inspiron 3420. I already installed Ubuntu 12.04 "Precise Pangolin" x64 Bit. I have setting up, and installed from Debian packages ...
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Where to get wireless drivers for ubuntu?

I am working with a Dell Inspiron 1545. I recently installed Ubuntu 12.10 on my computer and after I was done, I observe that there is no wireless functionality available on my system. I go to the ...
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How do I fix hybrid graphics on a Dell XPS L502? [duplicate]

I'm using a Dell XPSL502 15' and it's facing hybrid graphics problem. I'm really desperate, I don't know what to do - how should I fix this? This problem has occurred before on other Linux variatns ...
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How do I install Ubuntu with a usb on a Dell that has no Operating System?

I've been trying to look for this for a while, I only have access to one computer and that is my school computer that has blocks on using a lot of programs thank god I can download Ubuntu. I'm trying ...
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How to handle windows on multiple screens?

I've multiple screens i.e. one computer monitor and one TV. It would be preferable if, when the TV is turned off, nothing is sent to the TV but as it happens, I can have the TV turned off and ...
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Computer randomly shuts down [closed]

I have a Dell Inspiron 1501 running 13.04. Sometimes my computer will randomly shut down, it instantly shuts down, like I had no battery in and I unplugged it and feels really hot afterwards. I am ...
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Error compiling with make

when I tried to compile John the Ripper on my computer a dell inspiron 1501 running 13.04 i ran the command make make clean generic i get the error /usr/bin/ld: cannot find -lssl /usr/bin/ld: cannot ...
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Wireless problem Dell Inspiron 5520 with 12.04

I have a Dell Inspiron 5520 laptop running Ubuntu 12.04. My wireless connection has problems. It would work for a while and then stop working without any reason. That means that Firefox stop loading ...
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Wireless connection looping in 13.04

Ok, for starters, I am a complete noob to Linux. I am running Ubuntu 13.04 on my Dell Studio 15. It uses a broadcom card. It see networks just fine but when connecting to my home network (Linksys ...
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Why won't Ubuntu 13.04 recognize a special network?

First, I was unable to use the built-in network module of my nearly new Dell laptop. Also, I couldn't change the brightness of the display. Neither of these actions were a problem with Ubuntu 12.x. ...
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How to configure glidepoint driver for touchpad?

After using the hack described in : Alps Touchpad on Dell: how do I install the DKMS driver to enable multitouch?, I'm able to get somewhat functional touchpad for a laptop Dell Latititude E6430 using ...
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Dell display problem Ubuntu 13.04

Since I upgrade from ubuntu 12.10 to 13.04 I can't change the brightness of the display, it remain in the darkest possible mode. I have a Dell 3721 laptop. Any advice? @Dell:~$ lspci -nn | grep VGA ...
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Touchapd undetected fresh 12.04 install on Dell Vostro 1710

Decided to install 12.04LTS on my vostro 1710, but the touchpad is not recognized at all. I found some similar bug reports but the solutions given did not help me out. Here is my xinput list: ...
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How to setup a wi-fi hotspot (access point mode)?

How to setup a wi-fi hotspot (access point mode)? Point to be noted: Wireless hotspot aren't same as ad hoc networks. Significant difference is there. In short, adhoc networks aren't supported ...
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Laptop buttons not working on a Dell Latitude e6400

I have install Ubuntu 12.10 64 bit on my Dell Latitude E6400 laptop. I have the latest bios version for my laptop (A32) which I downloaded from the official Dell website by checking updates that ...
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Secondary Monitor Goes off upon logging in

I am using dell xps 14z laptop with Ubuntu 12.04, when booting up it detects the secondary monitor [Viewsonic] but upon entering the username/password , the secondary monitor goes blank . when I open ...
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Is 12.04 compatible with the Dell XPS 14Z laptop?

Thinking of buying above Ultrabook and installing Ubuntu. Anyone done this already?
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Dell M6700 ethernet (e1000e) not working in 13.04

I have 13.04 64-bit on my Dell M6700. Wired ethernet worked for a while, but now stopped working. As an extra information, the ethernet works through the docking station (port replicator), but not ...
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No sound on Dell Inspiron 6400n

After a clean install of Ubuntu 12.04 on my Dell Inspiron 6400n Laptop there is no sound on any application I use apart from the log in screen ready noise. If I click on the speaker icon on the top ...
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Inspiron 15R Special Edition + UBUNTU

I would like to buy an Inspiron 15R Special Edition, for using Ubuntu. Does anyone have this laptop with Ubuntu? Is it is working 100%; or are there any problems?
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Unable to enable wireless on a Vostro 2520

I have a Vostro 2520 and not sure how to enable wireless on my machine. The details are given below, would appreciate any pointers to resolving this issue. lsmod returns Module Size ...
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12.10 shows 'System program problem' and sometimes hangs

I have recently installed Ubuntu 12.10 64 bit on a Dell 3520 Inspiron. A window pops up quite frequently telling me a system program problem has been detected. Sometimes the pc hangs and the only way ...
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Dell Mini9 Operating System Not Found USB

I have created a USB stick on my Mac using the guidelines at How to install Ubuntu on MacBook using USB Stick All seemed to go well... But, I can't boot from it, I get an 'operating system not found' ...
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Why is the dell xps 13, with opensource Ubuntu, priced the same as an xps 13 with windows on it? [closed]

When I buy something with Ubuntu on it I'd expect it to be less expensive than the same hardware with windows8 on it! Pay Canonical/Dell for support? No problem! Pay the same for hardware with Ubuntu ...
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Dell OM 7.2.1 Linux Repository

I've found this link for Dell firmware update: http://linux.dell.com/repo/hardware/latest/ My laptop: Vostro 3450, platform: Ubuntu 13.04. Should I install/ setup the OMSA and update firmwares from ...
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Speakers are not working after upgrading to 12.04

The day before yesterday I upgraded my OS from Ubuntu 11.10 to 12.04. And I was able to hear sound from my "DELL VOSTRO - 3400" Laptop for 24 hours only. But after that sound is coming through the ...
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resume after suspend doesn't work [duplicate]

I'm new to ubuntu, I just installed ubuntu 12.04 LTS and I have Dell inspiron 1440, I tried to search the forum how to fix the resume after suspend but couldn't find an answer. Thanks, Gal.
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Not recognizing TouchPad, USB, Wifi, or Ethernet on 13.04

Had 12.10 before and things were fine. I am using a Dell Vostro 3550 laptop. All devices work fine from the Live USB drive. But after I actually do the install onto my drive, my touchpad, usb ports, ...
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DELL LATITUDE E5420 freezes

I am experiencing problem with versions from 10 to 13 of Ubuntu on Dell Latitude E5420, specifically. The behavior is very weird. If Ubuntu is started without power supply plugged in, the notebook ...
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Dual Monitor Setup

I am wanting to have two monitors. I have a AMD Radeon X1300. I am using a Dell and a Acer. The Dell is my main and the Acer my secondary. When I plug in the Acer, the resolution of the Dell is ...
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How to Revive Wired Internet and Setup Wireless?

I'm trying to salvage a laptop long-abandoned by its owner and, just recently, given to me. Things were so messed-up that I just had to wipe the slate clean by replacing everything with Ubuntu 13.04. ...
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I have a serious overheating problem.. more details inside

Calling all Linux gurus, Google ninjas, and Dell Linux users.. So, I'm a huge fan of open-source software. Changing to Windows isn't a solution for me. But, I currently use a Dell 15R (N5010). ...
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Wifi not working on Dell Inspiron N5520

My laptop came with Ubuntu as a pre-loaded OS but my brother removed it and installed Windows 7 over it and after reinstalling Ubuntu Wifi is not working. It is not showing available Wifi networks. It ...
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dell 7520 (inspiron 15R SE), fan on full speed on 12.04, 12.10, 13.04

the fan on my dell inspiron 7520 (inspiron 15R SE) is constantly running at full speed with alot of noise. technical details: GRAPHICS : 2GB AMD RADEON HD 7730M, switchable/hybrid with intel 4000 ...
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Over-heat problem [duplicate]

I installed Ubuntu a few months ago and it raises the laptop's temperature very rapidly, unlike Windows, then the laptop started shutting down after 2 or 3 hours maximum because of its very high ...
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Screen flickers when using touchpad Dell Vostro 3550

I've searched here and see that a few people have problems with screen flickering. But I have not found a solution to my problem. The issue only occurs when I use my touchpad/laptop keyboard, and it ...
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How to enable bluetooth for Dell Inspiron Laptop?

How do I enable Bluetooth for my Dell Inspiron laptop? It tells no adapters found.
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Bluetooth discoverability

Hi my bluetooth is present in hardware and I can turn it on in settings but for some reason it is not enabled and I cannot turn on visability (discoverability).How can I fix this in a dell inspiron ...
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Dell Inspiron 5720 battery manager?

Is there anything like battery charge manager in Ubuntu 12.04 for my Dell Inspiron 5720? I mean some program, that I can set so that it stops laptop from charging when it's above 80% of battery charge ...
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flash video is not displayed properly with on board video and Ubuntu 13.04

after "upgrading" to 13.04 my flash video is playing, but not properly. The flash video is similar to a video screen being out of sync. The screen stays fine with the exception of the flash video. ...
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why does my dell latitude e6520 have internet in install but not after

Hey all I installed Ubuntu 13.04 x64 last night had internet in the installer by going to additional drivers and enabling brodcom (sic) driver but after install it won't let me enable it. I have no ...
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How to disable discrete GPU using NVIDIA drivers?

I have a DELL studio XPS 13 (aka 1340) as of 12.04 most things run smoothly out of the box, but I have some power draining and warmness issues (if not to be called terrible heat issues) The system ...
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cannot log into Ubuntu 12.04.1 LTS after startup

I recently installed 64bit Ubuntu 12.04.1 LTS on my Inspiron 1720 laptop as a dual-boot with Windows 7. When I boot up Ubuntu, it gets to the log in screen just fine but after logging in it gets ...
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dell inspiron n4050 vga driver

I'm using ubuntu 11.10 . I don't have vga driver installed for it. Where from I can get it? Laptop: Dell Inspiron n4050 It has Intel HD Grphics card.
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Minor touchpad annoyance, disabled vertcal scrolling?

I have a dell inspiron 1545 with an ALPS touchpad on raring. In my previous os I could disable the vertical scrolling function (the right edge of the touchpad) in the mouse settings. I have found a ...
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Dell Inspiron n5110 syslog ACPI warnings on Ubuntu 13.04

I just installed Ubuntu 13.04 and got a bunch of warnings in syslog: May 9 02:21:34 Dell kernel: [ 9.689651] ACPI Warning: 0x0000000000000428-0x000000000000042f SystemIO conflicts with Region ...
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How To Disable Touchpad Running Ubuntu 12.04LTS On Dell Inspiron 1525

The Touchpad on my Dell laptop is an annoyance; while typing, if I inadvertantly strike it, the "I-beam" (or Mouse Pointer) ends up somewhere other than where I want it. None of the settings I have ...

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