Re: (Fwd) Re: [Q] Serial Console
tm@squonk.net
Thu, 31 Oct 1996 13:25:57 -0500
>>I have a serial console attached to my i386 based 2.0.23 system, and
>>all works *UNTIL* it gets to processing my rc.* scripts.
>>
>>Right after "Mounting root read-only" garbage appears on the screen
>>until the getty is launced on that device (at which time, of course,
>>it clears).
>>
>>I have nothing in my rc scripts that would affect the serial settings
>>(it seems obvious to me that the port settings are being altered
>>somehow).
>>
>>Has anyone else seen this problem or perhaps has a suggestion?
>
>Remove the file /etc/ioctl.console
I understand linux running on a serial port console is not working
in the distribution yet, but is available as patches. Does anyone
know where I can find those patches? Also, have they been ported
to the alpha yet? Thanks.
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