USB-Mouse not working in Slacko 6.3 after HD install

[rimatheou]

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sh-4.1# modprobe -r prism2_usb
sh-4.1# pwd
/mnt/sdb1/win32
sh-4.1# ndiswrapper -i MN510.inf
installing mn510 ...
sh-4.1# ndiswrapper -l
mn510 : driver installed
	device (04F1:3009) present (alternate driver: prism2_usb)
sh-4.1# ndiswrapper -m
adding "alias wlan0 ndiswrapper" to /etc/modprobe.d/ndiswrapper.conf ...
sh-4.1# modprobe -a
Usage: modprobe [-v] [-V] [-C config-file] [-d <dirname> ] [-n] [-i] [-q] [-b] [-o <modname>] [ --dump-modversions ] <modname> [parameters...]
modprobe -r [-n] [-i] [-v] <modulename> ...
modprobe -l -t <dirname> [ -a <modulename> ...]

when I click on "windows" in simple network setup, the machine is hearable working. the windows driver is loaded but we don't get the desired result. No wireless networks detected. It's also no longer possible to launch the SNS. Simple Network Setup is hanging off.

[rimatheou]

dmesg
https://www.pastebin.ca/3976239

[rimatheou]

The computer is also not shuting down. It stops showing

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Lucid is now shutting down...

[matchpoint]

Okay, that last one should have been depmod -A.

Lines 79? and 117? in dmesg stand out. I suppose performance could go either way enabled.

Well, I was hoping this would be easier than it's been. If no scan results appear after blacklisting the prism driver, it's probably best you chalk it up as one of those devices I don't have an answer for. With so many affordable net dongles out there, there's no reason not to drop a few bucks on one that works OOTB.

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echo blacklist prism2_usb >> /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist.conf

Reboot, then rescan. Let "lsmod" confirm your prism2_usb has been removed.

If Lucids`net manager causes trouble, install the 4.5 pet here and follow the help file. It's not going to improve your chances but it should make the connection process more clear. Assuming the driver can scan and find your network, remember to choose WEP when creating a profile and that you have to save one before it becomes available to use.

Granted mini mobiles can be quirky beyond the OS they ship with, maybe rethink your choice in Lucid and swap it for a more modern offering, something like antiX, Slax, Slitaz or TinyCore.

And don't be shy if you need an adapter recommendation.

Life's easier with the right tool.

[rimatheou]

Lines 79? and 117? in dmesg stand out. I suppose performance could go either way enabled.

How can I enable APIC? In BIOS Menu I didn't find anything.

[rimatheou]

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echo blacklist prism2_usb >> /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist.conf

After reboot the setting is lost, though I saved the session to a file and loaded this file at the next reboot.

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Run lsmod and look, is prism2_usb absent and ndiswrapper present --yes or no?

[rimatheou]

I made a script:

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ndiswrapper -i MN510.inf >> win32.log
ndiswrapper -l >> win32.log
ndiswrapper -m >> win32.log
depmod -A
modprobe ndiswrapper >> win32.log

because I might have to run it again.

Yes, prism2_usb is absent and ndiswrapper is present.[/code]

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Using only the part up to "description," what's "modinfo ndiswrapper" say?

[rimatheou]

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sh-4.1# modinfo ndiswrapper
filename:       /lib/modules/2.6.33.2/misc/ndiswrapper.ko
license:        GPL
version:        1.56
description:    NDIS wrapper driver
author:         ndiswrapper team <ndiswrapper-general@lists.sourceforge.net>
srcversion:     0499ECC3D466FEC7E716085
depends:        usbcore
vermagic:       2.6.33.2 SMP mod_unload modversions 486 
parm:           if_name:Network interface name or template (default: wlan%d) (charp)
parm:           proc_uid:The uid of the files created in /proc (default: 0). (int)
parm:           proc_gid:The gid of the files created in /proc (default: 0). (int)
parm:           debug:debug level (int)
parm:           hangcheck_interval:The interval, in seconds, for checking if driver is hung. (default: 0) (int)
parm:           utils_version:Compatible version of utils (read only: 1.9) (charp)

[rimatheou]

I'm getting crazy. After reboot because of installation of Peasy WiFi, prism2_usb is loaded.

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Use Boot Manager + Modules to blacklist it. May require a reboot.

Then if "usbcore" is loaded in lsmod, run "ifconfig -a" and tell me whether wlan0 is "UP" next to BROADCAST.

[rimatheou]

Use Boot Manager + Modules to blacklist it. May require a reboot.

Now I am in the Boot menu. 'e' edit or 'c' command-line? Please help me step by step.

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No. It's Menu + System + Boot Manager + Modules.

[rimatheou]

I think I don't have to understand it, but prism2_usb is neither in the left nor in the right pane. lsmod sais that it is not loaded. Let's go on.

[rimatheou]

usbcore is loaded in lsmod. ifconfig -a:
only eth0 and lo

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Rimatheou, you have a /etc/ndiswrapper/mn510 directory, right?

I'm uncertain whether it'll help or not, but, move the .cat and .sys files from my Win32 package into this directory.

Now a quick "depmod -a" and see if there's any improvement.

It's a bogus device. This would be a cakewalk with a compatible adapter.

[rimatheou]

unfortunately no improvement but haven't I to deactivate the old network wizard? any interferences?

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That info's on the Peasy page. What you need is this cost-effective solution.

[rimatheou]

A USB WIFI Adapter is a possibility. Though I prefer spending time than money. From my point of view I can continue searching for a software solution. But this depends on those who help.