Subject: Re: Can't boot 4.99.4 on PowerBook 3400
To: Radek Kujawa <radoslaw.kujawa@altkom.pl>
From: Michael Lorenz <macallan@netbsd.org>
List: port-macppc
Date: 11/28/2006 18:07:26
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Hello,

On Nov 28, 2006, at 17:56, Radek Kujawa wrote:

> Michael Lorenz wrote:
>> How big is the kernel image? If it's more than 5MB that's likely the 
>> problem.
> Yup, right - it's GENERIC kernel, and has exactly 6882029 bytes. Is 
> this a common problem? If it is, then perhaps putting a warning 
> somewhere in the install guide is a good idea. I.e. "kernels over 5MB 
> won't boot, don't even try".

Sorry, I found out the hard way only a few days ago. Not all macppc 
machines seem to be affected though.

>> Or boot it in target disk mode ( hold down T when powering up ) and 
>> repair things that way.
> I'm sure that I have one of those fancy HDI-30 cables, but finding 
> PCMCIA-CF adapter seems easier for me. At least I know, that it's 
> hiding somewhere in this room:).

Umm, you said you upgraded by booting the installer from disk - is the 
install kernel still there by any chance?

have fun
Michael
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