Re: Upgrading computer from i586 to x86_64

Le dimanche 3 Avril 2005 02:19, Olivier Thauvin a écrit :

> - Installing a x86_64 kernel, rpm don't let me install it saying it is
> intend for x86_64, I had to use --ignorearch. This problem surrely come
> because CPU detecting routines are not present in 32 bits rpm code.
>
> After rebooting, snd-emu10k1 module segfault causing kernel oops, I don't
> know it this issue is x8-_64 specific only, notice there is an integrated
> nvidia sound card on the motherboard, so I reinstall my creative one only
> for fun.
>
> Currently, I have a 86_64 kernel on a full 32 bits system. And everything
> is working fine with workaround I explained.

You are just using the kernel rpm in 64-bit ? 
No other packages (like util-linux ...) ??

The kernel I am currently using is the one on the MiniCD RC2 (without 
acpi=ht). I am using 32-bit urpmi. 

It will allow me to do more tests on kernels.