Wi-Fi Not Detected on New Lenovo Notebook (Intel Wi-Fi [8086:51f1]) - extensive troubleshooting done

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Intel Corporation Device [8086:51f1]

Is this an Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 or BE200 (Wi-Fi 7) adapter?

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Attempted to install newer mainline kernels (6.15.8 and 6.6.100), but both failed with a libc6 (>= 2.38) dependency error, as the PPA providing them targets newer systems.

With Secure Boot disabled, I recommend using the TuxInvader kernel:

Jammy LTS Mainline Kernels : TuxInvader

Or the Cappelikan Mainline:

[HOW TO] Easily install a later Kernel (Needs Net Connection)

Updated as of Mar 28 2025 To install the Mainline Installer: add the repository: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:cappelikan/ppa Update sources and install: sudo apt update && sudo apt install mainline Launch Mainline from App Menu or terminal, and select the kernel you wish to test. To use TuxInvader Kernel: These are not Microsoft signed, so Secure Boot must be disabled in BIOS Settings. Add repository: If using Zorin OS 16: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:tuxinvader/lts-mainline If usi…

In your BIOS settings, look for a setting to disable wifi when ethernet connection is detected and disable it if present.