
System Preparation
HP Smart Array Multipath Software User Guide 1-9
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b. Identify the kernel. An example is 2.4.9-e.3enterprise, where “enterprise” is
the name of the kernel. Remember the name for use in later procedures.
2. Use an editor to modify the Makefile. For example, enter:
vi Makefile
3. In the EXTRAVERSION field, replace the current value (typically
-
e.3custom) by entering:
–e.3enterprise
using the name of your kernel in place of “enterprise.”
Overwriting the Active .Config File
Depending on the operating system, use the procedures below.
IMPORTANT: Before overwriting any file, create a backup of the original file.
Red Hat Operating Systems
To overwrite the active .config file for Red Hat operating systems:
1. Locate the specific .config file for the modified kernel:
a. From the root level, enter:
cd configs
b. Identify the appropriate .config file by name, for example
2.4.9-i686-enterprise.config
2. Copy the kernel to the root level directory and overwrite the active .config file.
Enter:
cp kernel-2.4.9-i686-enterprise.config ../.config
3. When prompted to overwrite the existing file, enter:
y
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