kernel compile while using floppy to boot?

detpenguin · 06-21-2004, 10:30 PM

ok, the next thing i wanna try is to compile my first kernel for slack...i've downloaded the 2.6.7.tar.bz2, but my question before i even attempt this is, will it work if i boot the system with a floppy? i don't use grub or lilo on slack, i boot it from the floppy...so...can i compile even though i use a floppy?

Aussie · 06-22-2004, 12:26 AM

Do you have the kernel on the floppy or just a bootloader?

320mb · 06-22-2004, 12:54 AM

use syslinux to make a new boot floppy using the new kernel

Code:

makebootdisk /boot/vmlinuz

gnashley · 06-22-2004, 02:18 AM

It doesn't make any difference where you boot from. You can compile just fine.
One suggestion for your first compile. use the standard bare.i config file without changing anything. This gives you a chance to see how the process goes with a successful compile. Then start playing with the config file and re-compile.

detpenguin · 06-22-2004, 11:45 AM

thanks all! i'll let you know how well i do or how bad i mess up...

detpenguin · 06-22-2004, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Aussie
Do you have the kernel on the floppy or just a bootloader?

i'm pretty sure i just have the bootloader on the floppy...

Aussie · 06-22-2004, 07:08 PM

Then you just need to update it to point at the new kernel.