Announcing Fedora Core 6 Test3 (5.92)
by Jeremy Katz
On August 24th, the International Astronomical Union redefined what is
required for planet-hood. This had the result of reclassifying Pluto
as a dwarf planet.
Today, we release Fedora Core 6 Test 3. We have not redefined what is
required for a Fedora release, instead continuing to provide the same
high quality that users have come to expect from Fedora.
Fedora Core 6 Test 3 (5.92) Now Available
==================================
The Fedora Project announces the third and final test release of the
Fedora Core 6 development cycle, available for the i386, x86_64, and
ppc/ppc64 architectures, including Intel based Macintosh computers. Be
aware that Test releases are recommended only for Linux
experts/enthusiasts or for the technology evaluation, as many parts
are likely to be broken and the rate of change is rapid.
http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Core/Schedule
The final release of Fedora Core 6 is scheduled for release on October
11. At this point, the release is feature complete and in a locked
down bug fix mode. It is important that we get your help in testing,
reporting, and suggesting fixes for bugs. Please direct bugs to
http://bugzilla.redhat.com, product Fedora Core, Version fc6test3. As
always, be sure that your bug is not already fixed by updates and
search for existing bugs before filing.
Thanks to all in the Fedora Project Community who have contributed to
this release. Your continued efforts are what makes Fedora possible.
Downloads
=========
DVD, CD, and network installation are available.
Read the Important Warnings below in this announcement for more
details.
The recommended method of download is via BitTorrent from this site:
http://torrent.fedoraproject.org/
HTTP, FTP, and RSYNC downloads are available from these Fedora Project
mirrors. Note that not all mirrors may be synced at this time.
http://fedora.redhat.com/Download/mirrors.html
Notable Features of Fedora Core 6
=================================
* Support for installation from multiple repositories at install-time,
including access to Fedora Extras for network installs
* GNOME 2.16.0
* KDE 3.5.3
* An improved look and feel for various non-English languages thanks
to a new default font
* New desktop eye candy provided by the Compiz window manager using
AIGLX
* Notification of available software updates via notification bubbles
* Improved startup performance of applications due to support for the
DT_GNU_HASH linker option
* Improved speed of various package management utilities
* Further improvements in the Xen virtualization technology as well as
the inclusion of a graphical application for creating and managing
domains (virt-manager)
* Increased usability of SELinux thanks to the integration of
setroubleshoot which lets the user know when security denials occur
* Integrated smart card capabilities
* Improved X autoconfiguration to work better with LCDs and laptops
* An improved version of system-config-printer to provide for easier
and more powerful printer configuration
* New artwork to provide a fresh new feel.
And much, much more!
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17 years, 7 months
Announcing Fedora Core 6 Test3 (5.92)
by Jeremy Katz
On August 24th, the International Astronomical Union redefined what is
required for planet-hood. This had the result of reclassifying Pluto
as a dwarf planet.
Today, we release Fedora Core 6 Test 3. We have not redefined what is
required for a Fedora release, instead continuing to provide the same
high quality that users have come to expect from Fedora.
Fedora Core 6 Test 3 (5.92) Now Available
==================================
The Fedora Project announces the third and final test release of the
Fedora Core 6 development cycle, available for the i386, x86_64, and
ppc/ppc64 architectures, including Intel based Macintosh computers. Be
aware that Test releases are recommended only for Linux
experts/enthusiasts or for the technology evaluation, as many parts
are likely to be broken and the rate of change is rapid.
http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Core/Schedule
The final release of Fedora Core 6 is scheduled for release on October
11. At this point, the release is feature complete and in a locked
down bug fix mode. It is important that we get your help in testing,
reporting, and suggesting fixes for bugs. Please direct bugs to
http://bugzilla.redhat.com, product Fedora Core, Version fc6test3. As
always, be sure that your bug is not already fixed by updates and
search for existing bugs before filing.
Thanks to all in the Fedora Project Community who have contributed to
this release. Your continued efforts are what makes Fedora possible.
Downloads
=========
DVD, CD, and network installation are available.
Read the Important Warnings below in this announcement for more
details.
The recommended method of download is via BitTorrent from this site:
http://torrent.fedoraproject.org/
HTTP, FTP, and RSYNC downloads are available from these Fedora Project
mirrors. Note that not all mirrors may be synced at this time.
http://fedora.redhat.com/Download/mirrors.html
Notable Features of Fedora Core 6
=================================
* Support for installation from multiple repositories at install-time,
including access to Fedora Extras for network installs
* GNOME 2.16.0
* KDE 3.5.3
* An improved look and feel for various non-English languages thanks
to a new default font
* New desktop eye candy provided by the Compiz window manager using
AIGLX
* Notification of available software updates via notification bubbles
* Improved startup performance of applications due to support for the
DT_GNU_HASH linker option
* Improved speed of various package management utilities
* Further improvements in the Xen virtualization technology as well as
the inclusion of a graphical application for creating and managing
domains (virt-manager)
* Increased usability of SELinux thanks to the integration of
setroubleshoot which lets the user know when security denials occur
* Integrated smart card capabilities
* Improved X autoconfiguration to work better with LCDs and laptops
* An improved version of system-config-printer to provide for easier
and more powerful printer configuration
* New artwork to provide a fresh new feel.
And much, much more!
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17 years, 7 months
fc3 T3 spins after "Checking for previous fedora installations"
by e11321@comcast.net
Hi,
I don't remember the exact phrasing but the fc3 t3 install hangs after I see the "Checking for previous fedora installations." In the lower right hand corner of my screen the pointer sits with the blue dots spinning around it.
I have mouse control. I tested the media. This also occurred w/ fc3 t2.
The last thing I installed was some version of SUSE. It's installed on hda2, and fc5 is installed on hda3. I wonder if the SUSE install changed something to screw up this install.
I'm installing on an HP pavillion ze5300 series (ze5385us according to a sticker) laptop.
If someone can give me an idea of what to look at I'd like to try to get this working.
Pat.
17 years, 7 months
Re: fc3 T3 spins after "Checking for previous fedora installations"
by e11321@comcast.net
Hi Chris,
I don't know enough to know if I'm looking at a kernel panic.
When I try a text install I get what looks like random characters and:
install exited abnormally [1/1]
cntrl-alt-f4 gives me:
<4> [<c0478748>] sys_oldumount+0xd/0xf
<4> [<c0402e57>] syscall_call+0x7/0xb
<4>DWARF2 unwinder stuck at syscall_call+0x7/0xb
<4>Leftover inexact backtrace:
<4> [<c040397e>] show_stack_log_lvl+0x8a/0x95
<4> [<c0403aae>] show_registers+0x125/0x192
<4> [<c05f53e6>] die+0x15f/0x262
<4> [<...>] do_trap...
<4> [<...>] do_invalid..
<4> [<...>] error_code...
<4> [<...>] shrink_dcache_for_umount...
<4> [<...>] generic_shutdown_super...
<4> [<...>] kill_block_super...
<4> [<...>] deactivate_super...
<4> [<...>] mntput_no_expire...
<4> [<...>] path_release_on_umount...
<4> [<...>] sys_umount...
<4> [<...>] sys_oldumount...
<4> [<c0402e57>] syscall_call+0x7/0xb
<0>Code: 02 00 00 8b 40 1c 85 d2 8b 00 c7 45 f0 00 00 00 00 74 06 8b 52 20 89 55 f0 57 50 56 51 ff 75 f0 53 68 d5 75 61 c0 e8 a1 33 fa ff <0f> 0b 67 02 c9 75 61 c0 83 c4 1c 8b 73 3c 39 de 75 04 31 f6 eb
<0>EIP: [<c0473678>] shrink_dcache_for_umount_subtree+0x146/0x1d6 SS:ESP 0068:ca15feb4
<4>
-------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Chris Lumens <clumens(a)redhat.com>
> > I don't remember the exact phrasing but the fc3 t3 install hangs after I see
> the "Checking for previous fedora installations." In the lower right hand
> corner of my screen the pointer sits with the blue dots spinning around it.
> >
> > I have mouse control. I tested the media. This also occurred w/ fc3 t2.
> >
> > The last thing I installed was some version of SUSE. It's installed on hda2,
> and fc5 is installed on hda3. I wonder if the SUSE install changed something to
> screw up this install.
>
> Press ctrl-alt-f4. Does it look like a kernel panic? We've seen things
> like this before where there's kernel troubles when reading the reiserfs
> filesystem.
>
> - Chris
>
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17 years, 7 months
Announcing Fedora Core 6 Test3 (5.92)
by Jeremy Katz
On August 24th, the International Astronomical Union redefined what is
required for planet-hood. This had the result of reclassifying Pluto
as a dwarf planet.
Today, we release Fedora Core 6 Test 3. We have not redefined what is
required for a Fedora release, instead continuing to provide the same
high quality that users have come to expect from Fedora.
Fedora Core 6 Test 3 (5.92) Now Available
==================================
The Fedora Project announces the third and final test release of the
Fedora Core 6 development cycle, available for the i386, x86_64, and
ppc/ppc64 architectures, including Intel based Macintosh computers. Be
aware that Test releases are recommended only for Linux
experts/enthusiasts or for the technology evaluation, as many parts
are likely to be broken and the rate of change is rapid.
http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Core/Schedule
The final release of Fedora Core 6 is scheduled for release on October
11. At this point, the release is feature complete and in a locked
down bug fix mode. It is important that we get your help in testing,
reporting, and suggesting fixes for bugs. Please direct bugs to
http://bugzilla.redhat.com, product Fedora Core, Version fc6test3. As
always, be sure that your bug is not already fixed by updates and
search for existing bugs before filing.
Thanks to all in the Fedora Project Community who have contributed to
this release. Your continued efforts are what makes Fedora possible.
Downloads
=========
DVD, CD, and network installation are available.
Read the Important Warnings below in this announcement for more
details.
The recommended method of download is via BitTorrent from this site:
http://torrent.fedoraproject.org/
HTTP, FTP, and RSYNC downloads are available from these Fedora Project
mirrors. Note that not all mirrors may be synced at this time.
http://fedora.redhat.com/Download/mirrors.html
Notable Features of Fedora Core 6
=================================
* Support for installation from multiple repositories at install-time,
including access to Fedora Extras for network installs
* GNOME 2.16.0
* KDE 3.5.3
* An improved look and feel for various non-English languages thanks
to a new default font
* New desktop eye candy provided by the Compiz window manager using
AIGLX
* Notification of available software updates via notification bubbles
* Improved startup performance of applications due to support for the
DT_GNU_HASH linker option
* Improved speed of various package management utilities
* Further improvements in the Xen virtualization technology as well as
the inclusion of a graphical application for creating and managing
domains (virt-manager)
* Increased usability of SELinux thanks to the integration of
setroubleshoot which lets the user know when security denials occur
* Integrated smart card capabilities
* Improved X autoconfiguration to work better with LCDs and laptops
* An improved version of system-config-printer to provide for easier
and more powerful printer configuration
* New artwork to provide a fresh new feel.
And much, much more!
17 years, 7 months
Minimal X Config File and Compiz
by Thomas J. Baker
In theory, is the minimal X config file supposed to support compiz? On
my ATI R100 based laptop, this is not the case. Compiz says 'no sync
extension' and quits.
tjb
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17 years, 7 months
VIA SATA patch request
by Jay Cliburn
Kernel 2.6.17.12 (latest stable) was released today with support (almost) for
the PATA side of the VIA 8237A Southbridge. Unfortunately, the patch for the
SATA side -- currently in -mm since the end of July -- didn't make it. It
probably won't enter the mainstream until 2.6.19, when the change to the new
libata hierarchy is scheduled to occur.
May I please ask that it be added to FC devel until it's released upstream?
It's exceedingly simple and it works: I've been manually patching Fedora kernels
for over a month now to boot from a SATA drive attached to an Asus M2V mainboard.
If you guys don't do this sort of thing on request, just say so.
Thanks,
Jay
----------------
diff --git a/drivers/scsi/sata_via.c b/drivers/scsi/sata_via.c
index 03baec2..d939fc8 100644
--- a/drivers/scsi/sata_via.c
+++ b/drivers/scsi/sata_via.c
@@ -76,6 +76,7 @@ static u32 svia_scr_read (struct ata_por
static void svia_scr_write (struct ata_port *ap, unsigned int sc_reg, u32 val);
static const struct pci_device_id svia_pci_tbl[] = {
+ { 0x1106, 0x0591, PCI_ANY_ID, PCI_ANY_ID, 0, 0, vt6420 },
{ 0x1106, 0x3149, PCI_ANY_ID, PCI_ANY_ID, 0, 0, vt6420 },
{ 0x1106, 0x3249, PCI_ANY_ID, PCI_ANY_ID, 0, 0, vt6421 },
17 years, 7 months
package request: fityk
by Marcin Wojdyr
Hello,
I don't know if this is the right place to ask for a new package.
Anyway, the name of the program is fityk
http://www.unipress.waw.pl/fityk/
I'm not using Fedora myself, but I'm the upstream author of the program,
and people from time to time ask me about RPM for Fedora.
Other popular distros (Mandrake, Debian, Ubuntu) have the program
packaged, so actually only Fedora newbies have questions about compilation
and installation (it's a normal "./configure; make; make install"
procedure).
If there is anything I can do to make the program easier for packaging,
just let me know.
Cheers,
Marcin
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17 years, 7 months