Using WINE for non-Game Programs (lemmy.dbzer0.com)

submitted 2 months ago by Kraven_the_Hunter@lemmy.dbzer0.com to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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I have a Surface Go tablet that I switched over to Linux a while back, and just came across a problem that I don't know how to approach. I use an iDataLink Maestro module in my car to make an aftermarket stereo do what I want it to do. I want to check for a firmware update on it, but the management software tool is windows or mac only.

So I installed WINE and the PlayonLinux front end. I successfully installed the tool (Weblink) but the keyboard doesn't work so I can't log into it. The trackpad works though, and this is a directly connected keyboard/trackpad, so for one to work but not the other seems weird. I can find threads about non-functional keyboards with some games, but I honestly don't understand the guidance being dished out.

How can I troubleshoot and fix this keyboard issue?

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[-] Kraven_the_Hunter@lemmy.dbzer0.com 6 points 2 months ago

Didn't realize this, shoot. The VM will take more space than I really like, but I guess I can remove it when I'm done.

[-] KaninchenSpeed@sh.itjust.works 1 points 2 months ago

You could try tunneling usb from the host into wine with usbip, but I have a feeling that this wouldn't work

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