Teruel de Campo MD wrote: > What is the best setup or precautions to take if you want to try > different kernels?. > For example I have suse 10.2 working well with 2.6.18 now I build 2.6.20 > with the same config of 2.6.18. Is the new kernel going to change > anything in the system than when I load back the 2.6.18 I will have > problems? >
If you're going to compile a Kernel of your won, IMO, the best option for you is: - extract the desired kernel on a directory of your choosing... - enter that directory, and type 'make cloneconfig' followed by 'make prepare' - check all configurations with 'make xconfig' and see if it suits your needs. ( you can also use 'make oldconfig' ) - then, to build your kernel and modules type 'make'. You can use -j4 parameter to use 4 ( or whatever ) threads. - then, as root, type 'make modules_install' - then, as root, type 'make install' This later command will add new kernel ( and friends ) to your /boot. It also adds a new entry on /boot/grub/menu.lst with this kernel. If you want to boot from your previous kernel, just select it at boot. > In summary how do you setup you system to test kernels? > Anything special in Grub? > I know it is a bit of a shot answer but, it should get you started. > TIA > > -=terry(Denver)=- > -- Rui Santos http://www.ruisantos.com/ -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
