Raspberry Pi 5 -- Start up USB Wifi Dongle on boot

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To ensure a USB WiFi dongle starts up automatically on a Raspberry Pi 5 running RP OS, users need to configure the system to recognize and connect to the dongle during boot. While the Raspberry Pi 5 has built-in WiFi, the external dongle offers a greater range due to its antenna design. The dongle is detected by the system after booting, but additional setup is required for it to connect automatically. Users may need to edit network configuration files or use scripts to facilitate this process. Proper configuration allows for consistent connectivity to the router upon startup.
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I bought a USB WiFi adapter that I want to use on a Raspberry Pi 5 running RP OS.

It works fine if I plug it in after booting, but doesn't start up automatically on boot. It does get listed by lsusb after booting.

How can I set it up so that it consistently starts up and connects to my router on each bootup?
 
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Doesn't the Pi 5 come with WiFi capability built in? Why would you need a separate adapter?
 
The onboard adapter has a smaller range than the dongle. The dongle has an antenna like the ones on routers etc. and has a somewhat greater range.
 

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