TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz WiFi adapter not compatible

Bug #1787742 reported by Jeb E.
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Bug Description

My TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz USB WiFi adapter/dongle is not being recognized by the system settings and WiFi setup wizards, likely due to a compatibility issue with the Linux kernel.
The device is functional in Windows and recognized by my motherboard, but unfortunately it is a mere waste of a USB port with Ubuntu and other Linux distributions.

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Terminal output when running 'lsusb' cmd:
jeb@A880G:~$ lsusb
Bus 007 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 002 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub
Bus 006 Device 002: ID 03f0:d407 Hewlett-Packard
Bus 006 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 005 Device 002: ID 046d:c062 Logitech, Inc. M-UAS144 [LS1 Laser Mouse]
Bus 005 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 001 Device 005: ID 058f:6366 Alcor Micro Corp. Multi Flash Reader
Bus 001 Device 008: ID 0461:4d75 Primax Electronics, Ltd Rocketfish RF-FLBTAD Bluetooth Adapter
Bus 001 Device 007: ID 0a5c:4503 Broadcom Corp. Mouse (Boot Interface Subclass)
Bus 001 Device 006: ID 0a5c:4502 Broadcom Corp. Keyboard (Boot Interface Subclass)
Bus 001 Device 004: ID 0a5c:4500 Broadcom Corp. BCM2046B1 USB 2.0 Hub (part of BCM2046 Bluetooth)
Bus 001 Device 009: ID 2357:0105
Bus 001 Device 003: ID 148f:5370 Ralink Technology, Corp. RT5370 Wireless Adapter
Bus 001 Device 002: ID 1a40:0101 Terminus Technology Inc. Hub
Bus 001 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub
Bus 004 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
Bus 003 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
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ProblemType: Bug
DistroRelease: Ubuntu 18.04
Package: linux-image-4.15.0-32-generic 4.15.0-32.35
ProcVersionSignature: Ubuntu 4.15.0-32.35-generic 4.15.18
Uname: Linux 4.15.0-32-generic x86_64
ApportVersion: 2.20.9-0ubuntu7.2
Architecture: amd64
AudioDevicesInUse:
 USER PID ACCESS COMMAND
 /dev/snd/controlC2: jeb 1608 F.... pulseaudio
 /dev/snd/controlC1: jeb 1608 F.... pulseaudio
 /dev/snd/controlC0: jeb 1608 F.... pulseaudio
CurrentDesktop: ubuntu:GNOME
Date: Sat Aug 18 12:20:18 2018
InstallationDate: Installed on 2018-08-17 (1 days ago)
InstallationMedia: Ubuntu 18.04 LTS "Bionic Beaver" - Release amd64 (20180426)
MachineType: BIOSTAR Group A880G+
ProcEnviron:
 PATH=(custom, no user)
 XDG_RUNTIME_DIR=<set>
 LANG=en_US.UTF-8
 SHELL=/bin/bash
ProcFB: 0 nouveaufb
ProcKernelCmdLine: BOOT_IMAGE=/boot/vmlinuz-4.15.0-32-generic root=UUID=a967adb1-1600-455b-8704-e2bf5de5081d ro quiet splash vt.handoff=1
RelatedPackageVersions:
 linux-restricted-modules-4.15.0-32-generic N/A
 linux-backports-modules-4.15.0-32-generic N/A
 linux-firmware 1.173.1
SourcePackage: linux
UpgradeStatus: No upgrade log present (probably fresh install)
dmi.bios.date: 09/21/2011
dmi.bios.vendor: American Megatrends Inc.
dmi.bios.version: 080016
dmi.board.asset.tag: To Be Filled By O.E.M.
dmi.board.name: A880G+
dmi.board.vendor: BIOSTAR Group
dmi.chassis.asset.tag: None
dmi.chassis.type: 3
dmi.chassis.vendor: BIOSTAR Group
dmi.modalias: dmi:bvnAmericanMegatrendsInc.:bvr080016:bd09/21/2011:svnBIOSTARGroup:pnA880G+:pvr:rvnBIOSTARGroup:rnA880G+:rvr:cvnBIOSTARGroup:ct3:cvr:
dmi.product.family: To Be Filled By O.E.M.
dmi.product.name: A880G+
dmi.sys.vendor: BIOSTAR Group

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :
Changed in linux (Ubuntu):
status: New → Confirmed
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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :
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Joseph Salisbury (jsalisbury) wrote :

Would it be possible for you to test the latest upstream kernel? Refer to https://wiki.ubuntu.com/KernelMainlineBuilds . Please test the latest v4.18 kernel[0].

If this bug is fixed in the mainline kernel, please add the following tag 'kernel-fixed-upstream'.

If the mainline kernel does not fix this bug, please add the tag: 'kernel-bug-exists-upstream'.

Once testing of the upstream kernel is complete, please mark this bug as "Confirmed".

Thanks in advance.

[0] http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v4.18.3

Changed in linux (Ubuntu):
importance: Undecided → Medium
status: Confirmed → Incomplete
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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote : Re: [Bug 1787742] Re: TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz WiFi adapter not compatible
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Hey Joseph,
Sorry for the late response.
I'll try this today and get back to you.

On Tue, Aug 21, 2018, 5:26 PM Joseph Salisbury <
<email address hidden>> wrote:

> Would it be possible for you to test the latest upstream kernel? Refer
> to https://wiki.ubuntu.com/KernelMainlineBuilds . Please test the latest
> v4.18 kernel[0].
>
> If this bug is fixed in the mainline kernel, please add the following
> tag 'kernel-fixed-upstream'.
>
> If the mainline kernel does not fix this bug, please add the tag:
> 'kernel-bug-exists-upstream'.
>
> Once testing of the upstream kernel is complete, please mark this bug as
> "Confirmed".
>
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> [0] http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v4.18.3
>
> ** Changed in: linux (Ubuntu)
> Importance: Undecided => Medium
>
> ** Changed in: linux (Ubuntu)
> Status: Confirmed => Incomplete
>
> --
> You received this bug notification because you are subscribed to the bug
> report.
> https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1787742
>
> Title:
> TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz WiFi adapter not compatible
>
> Status in linux package in Ubuntu:
> Incomplete
>
> Bug description:
> My TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz USB WiFi adapter/dongle is not being
> recognized by the system settings and WiFi setup wizards, likely due to a
> compatibility issue with the Linux kernel.
> The device is functional in Windows and recognized by my motherboard,
> but unfortunately it is a mere waste of a USB port with Ubuntu and other
> Linux distributions.
>
> -----
> Terminal output when running 'lsusb' cmd:
> jeb@A880G:~$ lsusb
> Bus 007 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
> Bus 002 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub
> Bus 006 Device 002: ID 03f0:d407 Hewlett-Packard
> Bus 006 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
> Bus 005 Device 002: ID 046d:c062 Logitech, Inc. M-UAS144 [LS1 Laser
> Mouse]
> Bus 005 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
> Bus 001 Device 005: ID 058f:6366 Alcor Micro Corp. Multi Flash Reader
> Bus 001 Device 008: ID 0461:4d75 Primax Electronics, Ltd Rocketfish
> RF-FLBTAD Bluetooth Adapter
> Bus 001 Device 007: ID 0a5c:4503 Broadcom Corp. Mouse (Boot Interface
> Subclass)
> Bus 001 Device 006: ID 0a5c:4502 Broadcom Corp. Keyboard (Boot Interface
> Subclass)
> Bus 001 Device 004: ID 0a5c:4500 Broadcom Corp. BCM2046B1 USB 2.0 Hub
> (part of BCM2046 Bluetooth)
> Bus 001 Device 009: ID 2357:0105
> Bus 001 Device 003: ID 148f:5370 Ralink Technology, Corp. RT5370
> Wireless Adapter
> Bus 001 Device 002: ID 1a40:0101 Terminus Technology Inc. Hub
> Bus 001 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub
> Bus 004 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
> Bus 003 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub
> -----
>
> ProblemType: Bug
> DistroRelease: Ubuntu 18.04
> Package: linux-image-4.15.0-32-generic 4.15.0-32.35
> ProcVersionSignature: Ubuntu 4.15.0-32.35-generic 4.15.18
> Uname: Linux 4.15.0-32-generic x86_64
> ApportVersion: 2.20.9-0ubuntu7.2
> Architecture: amd64
> AudioDevicesInUse:
> USER PID ACCESS COMMAND
> /dev/snd/con...

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :

@jsalisbury, which Upstream Kernel would you like me to attempt?

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :

@jsalisbury, okay, I just tried it on the latest RC1 build as of 08/30/2018, and the T1U Archer wifi chip still doesn't activate.

Please see the hardinfo report attached.

Jeb E. (jebeld17)
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status: Incomplete → Confirmed
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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :

Update: System upgraded to public release of Ubuntu 18.10 'Cosmic.' Wifi driver still not present for T1U Archer.

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Robert weaver (welsh1lad) wrote :

I can confirm that after upgrading to Kernel 4.18.0-13 , and moving up to ubuntu 18.10
BCM4360 802.11ac Wireless Network Adaptor (rev 03)
Still not able to view 5Ghz networks .
Wifi Radar only see's G Networks.

iwlist freq shows available frequencies
wlp2s0 32 channels in total; available frequencies :
          Channel 01 : 2.412 GHz
          Channel 02 : 2.417 GHz
          Channel 03 : 2.422 GHz
          Channel 04 : 2.427 GHz
          Channel 05 : 2.432 GHz
          Channel 06 : 2.437 GHz
          Channel 07 : 2.442 GHz
          Channel 08 : 2.447 GHz
          Channel 09 : 2.452 GHz
          Channel 10 : 2.457 GHz
          Channel 11 : 2.462 GHz
          Channel 12 : 2.467 GHz
          Channel 13 : 2.472 GHz
          Channel 36 : 5.18 GHz
          Channel 38 : 5.19 GHz
          Channel 40 : 5.2 GHz
          Channel 42 : 5.21 GHz
          Channel 44 : 5.22 GHz
          Channel 46 : 5.23 GHz
          Channel 48 : 5.24 GHz
          Channel 52 : 5.26 GHz
          Channel 54 : 5.27 GHz
          Channel 56 : 5.28 GHz
          Channel 58 : 5.29 GHz
          Channel 60 : 5.3 GHz
          Channel 62 : 5.31 GHz
          Channel 64 : 5.32 GHz
          Channel 100 : 5.5 GHz
          Channel 102 : 5.51 GHz
          Channel 104 : 5.52 GHz
          Channel 106 : 5.53 GHz
          Channel 108 : 5.54 GHz
          Current Frequency:2.462 GHz (Channel 11)

I can confirm that when I run iwlist scan i can see skqbox on 5GHz
8166- Cell 05 - Address: 0C:F9:C0:24:19:3B
8213- Channel:36
8244: Frequency:5.18 GHz (Channel 36)
8296- Quality=28/70 Signal level=-82 dBm
8354- Encryption key:on
8392- ESSID:"SKY2D188"

So Changing my wifi AP , to use 5Ghz on Channel 36 , im now able to see the AP

10209- Cell 06 - Address: 7C:FF:4D:EE:D3:A8
10256- Channel:36
10287: Frequency:5.18 GHz (Channel 36)
10339- Quality=34/70 Signal level=-76 dBm
10397- Encryption key:on
10435- ESSID:"FRITZ!Box 3490"
10478- Bit Rates:6 Mb/s; 9 Mb/s; 12 Mb/s; 18 Mb/s; 24 Mb/s
10550- 36 Mb/s; 48 Mb/s; 54 Mb/s
10606- Mode:Master
10638- Extra:tsf=0000000000000000
10685- Extra: Last beacon: 80ms ago
10734- IE: Unknown: 000E465249545A21426F782033343930

But connection Manager still wont use the the above network

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :
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How can it see the 2.4GHz if it's a 5GHz adapter?
Is there some way I can get it to connect to 2.4GHz signals as well? 😊

On Wed, Jan 2, 2019, 7:30 PM Robert weaver <<email address hidden> wrote:

> I can confirm that after upgrading to Kernel 4.18.0-13 , and moving up to
> ubuntu 18.10
> BCM4360 802.11ac Wireless Network Adaptor (rev 03)
> Still not able to view 5Ghz networks .
> Wifi Radar only see's G Networks.
>
> iwlist freq shows available frequencies
> wlp2s0 32 channels in total; available frequencies :
> Channel 01 : 2.412 GHz
> Channel 02 : 2.417 GHz
> Channel 03 : 2.422 GHz
> Channel 04 : 2.427 GHz
> Channel 05 : 2.432 GHz
> Channel 06 : 2.437 GHz
> Channel 07 : 2.442 GHz
> Channel 08 : 2.447 GHz
> Channel 09 : 2.452 GHz
> Channel 10 : 2.457 GHz
> Channel 11 : 2.462 GHz
> Channel 12 : 2.467 GHz
> Channel 13 : 2.472 GHz
> Channel 36 : 5.18 GHz
> Channel 38 : 5.19 GHz
> Channel 40 : 5.2 GHz
> Channel 42 : 5.21 GHz
> Channel 44 : 5.22 GHz
> Channel 46 : 5.23 GHz
> Channel 48 : 5.24 GHz
> Channel 52 : 5.26 GHz
> Channel 54 : 5.27 GHz
> Channel 56 : 5.28 GHz
> Channel 58 : 5.29 GHz
> Channel 60 : 5.3 GHz
> Channel 62 : 5.31 GHz
> Channel 64 : 5.32 GHz
> Channel 100 : 5.5 GHz
> Channel 102 : 5.51 GHz
> Channel 104 : 5.52 GHz
> Channel 106 : 5.53 GHz
> Channel 108 : 5.54 GHz
> Current Frequency:2.462 GHz (Channel 11)
>
> I can confirm that when I run iwlist scan i can see skqbox on 5GHz
> 8166- Cell 05 - Address: 0C:F9:C0:24:19:3B
> 8213- Channel:36
> 8244: Frequency:5.18 GHz (Channel 36)
> 8296- Quality=28/70 Signal level=-82 dBm
> 8354- Encryption key:on
> 8392- ESSID:"SKY2D188"
>
> So Changing my wifi AP , to use 5Ghz on Channel 36 , im now able to see
> the AP
>
> 10209- Cell 06 - Address: 7C:FF:4D:EE:D3:A8
> 10256- Channel:36
> 10287: Frequency:5.18 GHz (Channel 36)
> 10339- Quality=34/70 Signal level=-76 dBm
> 10397- Encryption key:on
> 10435- ESSID:"FRITZ!Box 3490"
> 10478- Bit Rates:6 Mb/s; 9 Mb/s; 12 Mb/s; 18 Mb/s; 24
> Mb/s
> 10550- 36 Mb/s; 48 Mb/s; 54 Mb/s
> 10606- Mode:Master
> 10638- Extra:tsf=0000000000000000
> 10685- Extra: Last beacon: 80ms ago
> 10734- IE: Unknown: 000E465249545A21426F782033343930
>
> But connection Manager still wont use the the above network
>
> --
> You received this bug notification because you are subscribed to the bug
> report.
> https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1787742
>
> Title:
> TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz WiFi adapter not compatible
>
> Status in linux package in Ubuntu:
> Confirmed
>
> Bug description:
> My TP-Link Archer T1U 5GHz USB WiFi ...

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :

I can confirm this is still an issue on Ubuntu 18.10 (AMD64) running Linux Kernel 4.18.0-13-lowlatency (x86_64)

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Kai-Heng Feng (kaihengfeng) wrote :

There are fixes in kernel > 4.18. Please try latest mainline kernel.

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Kai-Heng Feng (kaihengfeng) wrote :

Mainly, this one seems really helpful:
commit adf26a356f132e35093585521ea3e36cd185af83
Author: Stanislaw Gruszka <email address hidden>
Date: Wed Sep 26 12:24:56 2018 +0200

    rt2x00: use different txstatus timeouts when flushing

    Use different tx status timeouts for normal operation and when flushing.
    This increase timeout to 2s for normal operation as when there are bad
    radio conditions and frames are reposted many times device can not provide
    the status for quite long. With new timeout we can still get valid status
    on such bad conditions.

    Signed-off-by: Stanislaw Gruszka <email address hidden>
    Signed-off-by: Kalle Valo <email address hidden>

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Jeb E. (jebeld17) wrote :

Still no fix on my end that works :-(

Brad Figg (brad-figg)
tags: added: cscc
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