For those who have installed XBMC Live using the method I described in my previous post (or any other method actually), you might have noticed that no Wi-Fi network interface is present. Let’s fix that!
In this post, we will install the driver for the Ralink RT3090 (that is embedded into the eMachines ER1401/ER1402). However, this method should work with other Ralink chipset, but you might have to build the package yourself (see here).
The first step is to download the DEB package containing the driver:
- Switch to the second terminal using the key combination: CTRL + ALT + F1, and log into your account.
- Download the package using the command: wget http://stat.case.edu/~jrt32/how_to_build_rt3090_for_ubuntu_lucid/rt3090-dkms_2.3.1.4-0ubuntu0~ppa1_all.deb
- An alternative solution is to upload it to your server using a SAMBA share.
- Install the package: sudo dpkg -i rt3090-dkms_2.3.1.4-0ubuntu0~ppa1_all.deb
- This driver installs a kernel module, thus you have to reboot to finally have access to your newly created Wi-Fi network interface.
To configure the Wi-Fi, you can now install wicd, a python software that makes it really easy! The process is described on the XBMC Live Forum.
If you encounter any issue, feel free to drop a comment and I will try to help as soon as possible.
Next time, we will configure the sound to output using the HDMI port. See you guys next time!
December 15, 2011 at 16:57
I’ve followed your guide which helped to enable my regular LAN connection to work, however every time i run wicd, no wireless networks are displayed, i don’t suppose you have any suggestions?