hello mark,
PROBLEM SUMMARY: trying to install Suse enterprise server 7 kernel
2.4.7 in a lpar on a 9672 z57 and trying to use OSA-EXPRESS GIGABIT card
for communcations. i am using the 'boot-from-cd' option on the HMC
console. option '3' from the initial install menu is for gigabit osa/qdio
mode and fails if the normal install procedure is followed. this is a
result of a syntax bug in the install script.
the documented work around is in redbook 'TECHNICAL INTRODUCTION: IBM
eSERVER zSERIES 800' starting on page 118 section 4.5 Linux. l followed
the procedures in this book and was able to get the OSA-E work. in order to
finish the install you need a workstation that is in the same subnet as
your lpar, this is stated in this book. thanks to carlos ordonez for
informing me about this book.
i would prefer that Suse fix the bug so we don't have to use the work
around.
note: i have also installed this release for a OSA-2 using option '2' on
the initial install menu, this worked as documented.
regards,
steve gear
"Post, Mark K"
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Steve,
For the benefit of others that might follow, you might want to explain what
the problem was, and how it was fixed.
Mark Post
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hello,
i looks like i have my OSA/E giga problems solved. thank you to all that
responded and helped me get this done. if i ever see you at share or expo,
i'll buy you a cold one.
thanks,
steve
