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Date: Sat, 13 Feb 2010 19:16:23 -0600
From: Derek Funk <dfunk6@cox.net>
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Subject: Re: custom kernel
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On 2/13/2010 5:31 AM, Erik Norgaard wrote:
> On 13/02/10 04:08, Derek Funk wrote:
>> I am trying to find how to install a custom kernel at installation. I
>> have found an option in sysinstall to select a kernel. How do I add my
>> own to the options so I can select it?
>
> I think the standard procedure is to install the generic kernel at 
> installation then install your custom kernel afterwards. You should 
> always keep the generic kernel to fall back on in case of any problems.
>
> BR, Erik
>
My kernel is basiclly is the generic kernel just with some added options 
and removed devices i don't have. I have built and installed many times 
after installation. I play around with this machine a lot and just want 
to be able to have my kernel installed at installation.