FW13 AMD - Ubuntu: No success

Framework Laptop 13 Linux
1

I’m running Ubuntu 22.04 on my FW13AMD. I specially picked Ubuntu as it was stated that this was officially supported.
Unfortunately this hasn’t been a success:

  • Wifi roaming doesn’t work for 75% of the time. Laptop keeps connecting to old AP when moving location. Doesn’t even find new AP’s after opening the lid. Only reboot seems to help.
  • Reboot often keeps loading at boot window. After using the shutdown button it boots fine.
  • Bluetooth mice randomly disconnect or have extremely laggy input. Performs zoom while scrolling, selects when not selecting or just stops working completely. Reboot fixes the problem.

I’m honestly pretty disappointed as I expected this to be a fully functional combination.

3

Framework now recommends installing Ubuntu 24.04 on AMD-based Framework Laptop 13, you may want to test whether the issue is still reproduced there.

Also, have you followed the instructions in the Ubuntu 22.04 post-installation setup guide? Installing Ubuntu without that setup may not provide the expected experience.

4

Please only provide such reply as a last resort.

1 Like
5

Hi

I did the post installation steps.
I also tried most of the AI’s solutions, none helped.

I will update to 24 and update this post.

1 Like
6

1. Wifi Roaming Issue

  • Update Drivers: Ensure your network drivers are up-to-date. You can do this through the Ubuntu update manager or by using the command sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade . → Did it, no change
  • Network Manager Configuration: Check the settings of your NetworkManager. You can try disabling the “Wifi Power Saving” option which can sometimes interfere with roaming. → Did it, no change
  • Change Wifi Channel: If your router allows it, try changing the Wifi channel being used. Some channels can be more congested than others, which can affect the connection quality. → No other device has the same issue using the same channels. Also roaming issue happens on other wifi networks as well.
  • Reset Network Configuration: In some cases, resetting the network configuration can resolve persistent connectivity issues. You can do this by deleting the NetworkManager configuration files and restarting the service. → Did it, no change

2. Boot Issue

  • Check Hard Drive: Use the Ubuntu Disk Utility to check the integrity of your hard drive. Bad sectors can cause boot problems. → Brand new SSD but could try it.
  • Update BIOS: If your computer allows it, update the BIOS to the latest available version. This can resolve hardware compatibility issues. → Did it, no change
  • Disable Fast Boot: Fast Boot can sometimes cause boot problems in Linux. Try disabling it in the BIOS settings. → Did it, no change

3. Bluetooth Mouse Issue

  • Update Linux Kernel: An outdated Linux kernel can cause compatibility issues with some Bluetooth devices. Update your kernel to the latest stable version. -> Did it, no change
  • Change Bluetooth Driver: If your computer allows it, try changing the Bluetooth driver being used. Some drivers may be more stable than others. → Could try it but souldn’t the default driver be the best? Since Ubuntu is officially supported?
  • Reset Bluetooth Configuration: Remove saved Bluetooth devices and re-pair your mouse. This can resolve persistent configuration issues. -> Did it, no change