In summary, what needs to be done as a workaround for this bug is: 1. Install the kernel from http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel- ppa/mainline/v2.6.37.6-natty/. I only use 32-bit so haven't tested 64-bit.
2. Add the following lines to /etc/rc.local before the exit 0 line: modprobe acer_wmi rmmod -f acer_wmi rfkill unblock all 3. Reboot into the newly installed kernel. 4. Check the "Enable wireless" box in the NM applet if it is not already automatically checked. 5. Configure your wireless connection options. Please also note other comments posted at http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1787618 (actually the good stuff is on page 2: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1787618&page=2). -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/780040 Title: wifi softblocked atheros ar9285 cannot unblock ideapad z570 To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/linux/+bug/780040/+subscriptions -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list [email protected] https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
