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Chapter 5: Linux Driver
Implementation
This chapter describes how to configure and load the Linux driver modules for the Telum GE-QT.
A Linux device driver consists of a set of routines that control the Telum GE-QT in an ATCA
chassis.The Telum GE-QT Linux driver is a software layer that lies between your application and
the Telum GE-QT hardware. The Linux driver is compatible with standard Linux implementation
including Carrier Grade Linux.
To use the Linux driver, the user must possess the following knowledge:
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Basic knowledge of module compilation
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To modify the driver, experience in C under Linux
Prerequisites for Installation
To perform the installation, you need the following:
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Telum GE-QT module
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Linux drivers and utilities, which can be found on the software CD-ROM
C A U T I O N
All of the devices referenced in this document start with a cleared
(default) configuration. If you are working in a live network, ensure
that you understand the potential impact of any command before
using it.
Build and Installation
To build this driver, perform the following steps:
1. Run the following:
tar -xvzf <filename.tar.gz>
Replace <filename.tar.gz> with the specific filename of the driver.
N O T E
For the build to work properly, the currently running kernel
MUST match the version and configuration of the installed
kernel sources. If you have just recompiled the kernel reboot
the system now.
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