Error When Connecting Ledger Hardware Wallet For Filecoin

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Error when connecting Ledger hardware wallet for Filecoin: A step-by-step guide to resolving the issue

Connecting a Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin can be a straightforward process, but sometimes, users encounter errors that prevent them from successfully adding a Filecoin account. In this article, we will explore the issue of a TypeError: “list” argument must be an Array of Buffers when attempting to connect a Ledger hardware wallet for Filecoin.

The error message TypeError: “list” argument must be an Array of Buffers is a common issue that occurs when trying to connect a Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin. This error is usually caused by a mismatch between the expected and actual data types being passed between the Ledger device and the Brave wallet.

To reproduce the error, follow these steps:

Step 1: Navigate to the Brave Wallet

  1. Open the Brave browser and navigate to the wallet by typing brave://wallet in the address bar.
  2. Unlock the wallet using your password.

Step 2: Add a New Account

  1. Navigate to the Accounts tab.
  2. Click on the "+" icon to add a new account.
  3. Select "Connect hardware wallet" from the dropdown list.

Step 3: Connect the Ledger Hardware Wallet

  1. Select the Filecoin "Connect" button from the "Import from Hardware Wallet" pop-up window.
  2. Click the "–>" button in the "Import from Hardware Wallet" pop-up window.
  3. Attach the Ledger Hardware Wallet device to your computer.
  4. Unlock the Ledger Hardware Wallet device.
  5. Open the Ledger Filecoin App and wait for the "Filecoin Ready" prompt on the Ledger device.
  6. Click on the "Connect" button from the "Import from Hardware Wallet" pop-up window.

When attempting to connect the Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin, the following error message is displayed:

TypeError: “list” argument must be an Array of Buffers

The expected result is that the hardware wallet should connect successfully, allowing users to add a Filecoin account to the Brave wallet.

The error can be easily reproduced by following the steps outlined above.

The error has been reported on the following versions of Brave:

  • Beta 1.78.84
  • Nightly 1.79.85

The error is reproducible on the following channels:

  • Beta
  • Nightly

No response has been received from the Brave team regarding this issue.

To resolve the error, follow these steps:

Step 1: Update the Brave Wallet

  1. Update the Brave wallet to the latest version.
  2. Restart the Brave wallet.

Step 2: Check the Ledger Device

  1. Ensure that the Ledger device is properly connected to the computer.
  2. Check that the Ledger device is unlocked and the Filecoin App is open.

Step 3: Check the Brave Wallet Settings

  1. that the Brave wallet is configured to use the Ledger device.
  2. Check that the Filecoin account is properly set up in the Brave wallet.

Connecting a Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin can be a straightforward process, but sometimes, users encounter errors that prevent them from successfully adding a Filecoin account. By following the steps outlined in this article, users can resolve the error and connect their Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave wallet.

  • Ensure that the Brave wallet is updated to the latest version.
  • Check that the Ledger device is properly connected to the computer.
  • Check that the Ledger device is unlocked and the Filecoin App is open.
  • Check that the Brave wallet is configured to use the Ledger device.
  • Check that the Filecoin account is properly set up in the Brave wallet.

In our previous article, we explored the issue of a TypeError: “list” argument must be an Array of Buffers when attempting to connect a Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin. In this article, we will answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to this issue.

A: The error is usually caused by a mismatch between the expected and actual data types being passed between the Ledger device and the Brave wallet.

A: To resolve the error, follow these steps:

  1. Update the Brave wallet to the latest version.
  2. Restart the Brave wallet.
  3. Ensure that the Ledger device is properly connected to the computer.
  4. Check that the Ledger device is unlocked and the Filecoin App is open.
  5. Check that the Brave wallet is configured to use the Ledger device.
  6. Check that the Filecoin account is properly set up in the Brave wallet.

A: There could be several reasons why your Ledger device is not connecting to the Brave wallet. Some possible causes include:

  • The Ledger device is not properly connected to the computer.
  • The Ledger device is not unlocked.
  • The Filecoin App is not open on the Ledger device.
  • The Brave wallet is not configured to use the Ledger device.
  • The Filecoin account is not properly set up in the Brave wallet.

A: To update the Brave wallet to the latest version, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Brave browser and navigate to the settings page.
  2. Click on the "Update" button.
  3. Follow the prompts to download and install the latest version of the Brave wallet.

A: There could be several reasons why your Filecoin account is not showing up in the Brave wallet. Some possible causes include:

  • The Filecoin account is not properly set up in the Brave wallet.
  • The Filecoin account is not linked to the Ledger device.
  • The Ledger device is not properly connected to the computer.
  • The Brave wallet is not configured to use the Ledger device.

A: Yes, you can use your Ledger device with other wallets besides Brave. However, you may need to follow different setup instructions for each wallet.

A: To troubleshoot issues with your Ledger device, follow these steps:

  1. Check that the Ledger device is properly connected to the computer.
  2. Check that the Ledger device is unlocked.
  3. Check that the Filecoin App is open on the Ledger device.
  4. Check that the Brave wallet is configured to use the Ledger device.
  5. Check that the Filecoin account is properly set up in the Brave wallet.

We hope that this Q&A article has helped to answer some of the frequently asked questions related to the TypeError: “list” argument must be an Array of Buffers error when attempting to connect a Ledger hardware wallet to the Brave self-custody wallet for Filecoin. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.