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It was question to me after I came in FreeBSD world (but only 1 month).
What I changed in kernel configuration editor (like enable port or
someting) effects from that time even the machine is rebooted? Or just
remain till reboot?

Greg Lehey wrote:
> 
> You can enable disabled devices with UserConfig.  Enter '-c' to the
> boot prompt, enter 'v' when you get to the configuration editor, and
> then select the disabled devices.  I've forgotten what you do to
> enable them, but the help will tell you--could be a TAB.
> 
> Greg