[NCLUG] Build a Linux kernel for a 486 machine.

[M Butcher]

Yes, it's possible. You might want to check out the Linux Router Project:
http://www.linuxrouter.org

You can build and transfer the kernel (they're usually small enough to put on 
a floppy) as long as your compiler builds for the right architecture (i386, 
i486, etc.). The Linux Bootdisk How-To might be helpful on walking through 
some of the basics.

http://www.linuxdoc.org

Matt

On Thursday 21 June 2001 12:22 pm, you wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I want to set a 486 machine as a router/gateway machine. Is it possible?
> What is the minimum requirement for this PC(Memory, Hard drive etc)?
>
> I guess I could build the kernel on a faster machine and transfer it to the
> 486 machine. Could anyone tell me how to build and transfer over if there
> is no network before loading the kernel? Do I need build each components as
> part of the kernel instead of a module loaded in when needed?
>
> Thanks a lot!
>
> Andrew
>
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