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Old 02-24-2012, 10:16 AM   #1
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How to test backporting drivers on Linux?


I have suse machine. I need to check if backport drivers are working or not. How shall I test the driver?
Any idea or suggestion?

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Old 02-25-2012, 02:53 AM   #2
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If you mean to see if they work with your device(s), just install them, and test accordingly. If the drivers seem to be doing their job, voila there you go....

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