compiling new kernel
so now i have to compile a new kernel, i want to do 2.4.18
The problem is i havent really compiled a kernel before, i know the general steps
e.g. make menuconfig, the bzimage stuff, etc
but still, the problem is
i dont konw what to configure, and what not to configure, what to choose as built in
what to choose as module
and what to do to make sure that when i reboot its going to come back on properly (basiaclly making sure doing it all right)
Is it possible to find out the necessary info via command line?
i mean i know u can do some things like lspci etc
but would the command line be able to tell me everything
What would i need to execute via the command line to make sure i dont run into any problems?
BTW, this is a rackshack server, which makes it more risky. Why? because from waht I can see, when the server goes down for the reboot, if the server doesnt come back up, rackshack won't do anything for me, besides "restore" the server for $29
restore means re installing the OS (i believe)
its pretty sad if you ask me. but thats just how things are looking right now
so could someone please help me out? i would like to do this carefully, and take my time to ensure i don't mess up
If anyone has first hand knowledge on compiling a new kernel remotely, not being in front of the box, or having local access/physical access, and can help me through this, please PM me.
thank you
