Need Dell Inspiron WIreless adapter driver -BCM43142 802.11b/g/n [14e4:4365]

[andy134]

Hello,

I did review a thread from 2012 that specifically addressed the issue but some of the links are dead. I am running a 64 bit Dell Inspiron.

Here is the adapter that I have:

Broadcom Corporation BCM43142 802.11b/g/n [14e4:4365]

Does anyone know how to get a driver so I can get wireless access on my laptop please? FYI I am a newbie to linux.

Thank you all very much!!!

Abdt

[mattharris4]

Try this: https://www.broadcom.com/support/802.11/linux_sta.php . Follow instructions carefully.

[andy134]

Try this: https://www.broadcom.com/support/802.11/linux_sta.php . Follow instructions carefully.

Okay. I downloaded the correct 64 bit version and opened it in Archive. I am a newbie, how do I install it? There are no directions in the read me or on the web link. There is a 7.3 MB file but what application do I open it with> Sorry Greenhorn in the house!:p

Thank you Matt!!!!

[Vladlenin5000]

Read Special Case #2 at http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2214110

[andy134]

I downloaded the drop box drivers and it first in installed but now I cannot find it. And when I try to re-download it it gives an error and aborts the installation in Software Center. Any other suggestions please?

[andy134]

Software center also warned that the software was bad and did not meet quality standards. I assume it does not work with Ubuntu any more. I really need wireless internet on my laptop and am hoping someone can please offer another solution.

Thank you all so much for reviewing my issue and offering to help ):P

[Geoffrey_Arndt]

IF, repeat IF you'd prefer a "plug & play" solution, the Panda Ultra 150 g/g/n wireless adaptor is available from Amazon for about $10 USD. Have tested it on several Buntu laptops (and a couple desktops) . . 100% compatibility so far, and stable connections. Plug it in, click on network icon, and enter your wifi password . . that's it.

If interested, here is the link: http://www.amazon.com/Panda-Ultra-Wireless-Adapter-150Mbps/dp/B00762YNMG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431465883&sr=8-1&keywords=panda+ultra

BTW - - the installer links provided by VladLen5000 & Chili555 are top-rate (they show "how to fish" instead of just selling the fish).

[andy134]

Thank Geoffrey and everyone who responded. I am not terribly interested in becoming a master Ubuntu user so I will opt to purchase the Panda adapter. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!