> >> connect > the COM port of the PC to the /dev/ttySx of the Linux > >> box and it will > boot, without using any other OS or netcards or > >> whatever! > > ^^^^^^^^ > >> You can do this too. > >> > >> Also - Google for "etherboot" > > > > Is it so? Don't etherboot need "Boot Rom" on LAN card. > > yes it does... but somewhat better than using direct serial cable > connections > > srs
I'd tried that out earlier and it works okay. But I was trying to connect the PC using null modem cable under the *mistaken* impression that it can be done. Thanks Ajay ------------------------------------------------------- This sf.net email is sponsored by: To learn the basics of securing your web site with SSL, click here to get a FREE TRIAL of a Thawte Server Certificate: http://www.gothawte.com/rd524.html _______________________________________________ linux-india-help mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/linux-india-help
