linux-kernel - Re: Still cant boot 2.6.20

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Date:	Sun, 11 Feb 2007 09:16:02 -0800
From:	Randy Dunlap <randy.dunlap@...cle.com>
To:	Willy Tarreau <w@....eu>
CC:	lkml@...garu.com, clemens@....com,
	LKML <linux-kernel@...r.kernel.org>
Subject: Re: Still cant boot 2.6.20

Willy Tarreau wrote:
> On Sun, Feb 11, 2007 at 01:37:31AM -0600, lkml@...garu.com wrote:
>> On Sat, Feb 10, 2007 at 11:12:34PM -0800, Randy Dunlap wrote:
>>> On Sun, 11 Feb 2007 01:02:47 -0600 lkml@...garu.com wrote:
>>>
>>>> I don't see CONFIG_BLK_DEV_INITRD=y
>>>>
>>>> Regards,
>>>> Vito Caputo
>>>>
>>>> BTW, this isnt the appropriate place for asking this type of question...
>>> Please explain why not.
>>>
>>> And please delete large parts of email that are not needed in replies
>>> (like the .config).
>>> Thanks.
>>>
>> I was under the impression that lkml is for kernel development, not basic help
>> with configuring your kernel.

We also value feedback and problem reports from testers.
That's all this was until your diagnosis.

>> >From the FAQ at http://www.tux.org/lkml/#s3-8
>>
>>  "Remember that this is a list for the discussion of kernel development."
> 
> You are right, but development also needs feedback. Until the user notices
> it is just a configuration error, it is perfectly possible that his problem
> is caused by a recently introduced bug. You reply put the finger on the
> error (missing CONFIG_BLK_DEV_INITRD). That's perfect. He would be off-topic
> if he went back asking "how do I add this option ?".

-- 
~Randy
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