I'm trying to use the answer for 166261 question.
The suggested package ( install asus-wmi-dkms_0.2_all.deb.gz package (from http://ubuntuforums.org/showpost.php?p=12057336&postcount=49) ) seems not working for me.
There is any new package / ppa for asus-wmi-dkms ?
Description of my framework:
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Machine: Asus N56V laptop
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Software
Kubuntu 12.04 amd64
kernel linux-image-generic-lts-quantal (3.5.0.9-generic) and drivers from ubuntu-x-swat ppa
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Hardware and problems
after installation do not boot - SOLVED using boot-repair
every couple of hours the system freezes - SOLVED using 3.5 kernel
keybord FN keys - PARTIALLY WORKING (using asus-wmi -v 999.01)
Keyboard backlight - NOT WORKING
Nvidia GEFORCE GT - NOT USED glxgears says 60 fps
Ethernet Atheros card - SOLVED install alx driver
external subwoofer - SOLVED adding options snd-hda-intel model=asus-mode4
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Solutions
see the asnwers to the 162047 and 166261 questions
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