I'm using Slack 10.2 with the 2.4 default kernel.
I'd like to use the 2.6 kernel with the pre-selected Slackware options.
I need all modules and compiled sources available.

I think I know how to do it but would like to know if I'm on the right track.

The CD includes the 2.6 kernel (bzImage, System.map, and config). But to use it, I need to compile and install the modules. Here's what I'm thinking about doing:

1. Download the pristine kernel that's the same version as the slackware 2.6 kernel.
2. Use the config file from the Slackware CD to configure the new sources.
3. Do
# make modules && make modules_install
4. Place the 2.6 Slackware kernel files (bzImage and System.map) in the /boot directory.
5. Add a lilo entry for the new kernel, and reinstall lilo (/sbin/lilo).
6. Reboot the system.

Is this the right sequence of steps, or am I missing anything.

Also, is there a way to use the slackware config file for the newest version of the linux kernel?

Thanks for the help.

i'd compile the kernel myself...

what you are doing should work though, try it out, but if your computer explodes, its not my fault. i doubt that would ever happen though.