model: Aspire 5315(model id: 176)
subtype (notebook, netbook, motherboard, tablet):
notebook
architecture:
x86-64/amd64
does it have a free boot firmware (BIOS,UEFI,...) ?
no
can free operating systems be installed?
not-specified
does the device prevent installing wifi cards not-approved by the vendor?
not-specified
year of commercialization:
2007
compatibility with free software:
A-platinum 
tested on:
Trisquel 4.0 Taranis
tested with the following kernel libre:
2.6.32-28-generic
video card model:
Intel Corporation Mobile GM965/GL960 Integrated Graphics Controller (rev 03) (works with 3D acceleration)
wifi model:
Atheros Communications Inc. AR5001 Wireless Network Adapter (rev 01) (it works)
webcam model:
(there is no webcam)
Description:
Wireless transmitter module: AR5BXB63
Even the LED indicating wireless activity functions with this distribution and libre kernel versions.
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