linux-kernel - Re: [v5 3/5] dt-bindings: mfd: Add aspeed pwm-tach binding

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Message-ID: <fdb342c0-393b-dc34-bbc4-f23f1d59492a@linaro.org>
Date:   Wed, 7 Jun 2023 20:26:38 +0200
From:   Krzysztof Kozlowski <krzysztof.kozlowski@...aro.org>
To:     Billy Tsai <billy_tsai@...eedtech.com>,
        Patrick Williams <patrick@...cx.xyz>
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        "linux@...ck-us.net" <linux@...ck-us.net>,
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Subject: Re: [v5 3/5] dt-bindings: mfd: Add aspeed pwm-tach binding

On 07/06/2023 08:26, Billy Tsai wrote:
>> Missing description. But more important - why do you have such child
>> nodes? Your example does not have them. What's the point? Do you expect
>> different number of fans per one device (one compatible)?
> 
> In this patch series, I have included examples and descriptions to provide additional information.
> The child node is used to enable the channel of this tach controller.


Children are not for this. Look for cells examples (e.g. gpio-cells,
pwm-cells). It seems this is the same as Nuvoton NCT7362Y, so no. Don't
use reg for that purpose.

Best regards,
Krzysztof