To connect to Wi-Fi from the Arch Linux ISO using iwctl, you can follow these step-by-step instructions:

Boot into the Arch Linux ISO:

Insert the Arch Linux ISO into a bootable USB drive or CD and boot your computer from it. You may need to change your boot order in the BIOS/UEFI settings to boot from the USB drive or CD.

Initialize the Network Connection:

Once you’ve booted into the Arch Linux ISO, wait for the system to load. It will automatically connect to a wired network if available. To configure a wireless network, you can use iwctl. Start by running the following command:

iwctl

List Available Devices:

In the iwctl console, you can list available wireless devices with the following command:

device list

This will display a list of available Wi-Fi devices on your system. Note the name of your Wi-Fi device.

Power On the Device:

To enable the Wi-Fi device, run:

station [device_name] power on

Replace “device_name” with the name of your Wi-Fi device.

Scan for Available Networks:

To scan for available Wi-Fi networks, use the following command:

station [device_name] scan

This will display a list of nearby Wi-Fi networks along with their details.

Connect to a Wi-Fi Network:

To connect to your desired Wi-Fi network, use the following command:

station [device_name] connect [network_name]

Replace “device_name” with your Wi-Fi device’s name and “network_name” with the name of the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to.

If the network is secured, iwctl will prompt you for the password. Enter the Wi-Fi password and press Enter.

Verify the Connection:

To verify that you’ve successfully connected to the Wi-Fi network, you can check the connection status:

station [device_name] show

This will display the current connection status and network information for your Wi-Fi device.

Exit iwctl:

When you’re finished, you can exit the iwctl console by typing:

exit

You should now be connected to the Wi-Fi network. You can proceed with your installation or perform other tasks that require an internet connection. Make sure to configure the network settings as needed after you install Arch Linux.