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?
I have a Surface 7 Pro running KDE Neon. I don’t have a pen, but touch screen works perfectly (you might need to manually install an on-screen keyboard beforehand, as usually Linux doesn’t preinstall one by default), and I’d assume pen would too. Webcams are going to be an issue. You can find all information and support tables/matrix on the linux-surface website.
https://github.com/linux-surface/linux-surface/wiki/Supported-Devices-and-Features#feature-matrix
Here’s a long explanation on the work being done to make the cameras work (hint -they don’t, for our SP7 for now): https://github.com/linux-surface/linux-surface/wiki/Camera-Support
Thank you.