F15 Eagle test kernel

unixpsycho · 10:10 AM

This Thread is for feedback on F15 Eagle kernel. This is not a "How-To thread", this is for serious testers only. Spamming the thread with irrelevance will most likely get you flamed by someone.

Kernels are available. Check your local neighborhood alpha testing feed.

When posting problems or bugs please specify kernel name and version.

This kernel is ever changing and may sometimes not boot.

Basic guidelines for install:

You know how to doctor
You have some kind of idea how to do a memboot.
You know something about Linux, not necessarily a guru.
You can do basic debugging in case of crash or hang.
You have a strong command of how to use a webOS device.

After installing kernel, do a full power off.

Features in common codebase:

1.9GHz
Selectable Full-time dual core
BFQ
SIO
NFS & CIFS
EXT4
Power saver mode
debugging code left in (on purpose)
Numerous patches for performance

All bug reports should be qualified by running CLI commands to determine it is a kernel problem and not a UI problem. All complaints or crying with no CLI paste will be ignored!

Recovery: How To Recover - WebOS Internals

Memboot recovery kernel: TouchPad webOS 3.0.2 stock kernel

How to memboot after finding out your device wears pink underwear:

Put your device into recovery mode.

Newer versions of the SDK will say "HP webOS" in the directory name instead of "Palm".

Run novacom:
Linux:

Code:

/opt/Palm/novacom/novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp

Windows:

Code:

cd \program files\palm\sdk\bin novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp

Mac: (Contributed by sd_matto)

Code:

 Install PalmSDK (and novacom drives therein). This will install the necessary novacom binary (under /opt/nova/bin) and add that to your program path
Download the stock kernel (from links above)
Open Terminal window (under /Applications/Utilities)
Type "cd ~/Downloads" (or other path to your downloaded kernel)
Type "novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp"

verity · 09/12/2011, 01:31 AM

Just wanted to give my thanks to the dev, I've been running F15C 3.0.2-53 for two days (uberkernel upgrade) with no issues. I saw -55 came out, anyone update? Comments?

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 03:05 PM

Ill give it a try this weekend. It was a usage shift for me. I had it at 1.9 and the second CPU never kicked on. I've been using F4 at 1.5 for a bit so I'm used to that.

But seeing the second CPU never turn on just means the TP didn't need it anyway.

unixpsycho · 09/16/2011, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoomy942

Ill give it a try this weekend. It was a usage shift for me. I had it at 1.9 and the second CPU never kicked on. I've been using F4 at 1.5 for a bit so I'm used to that.

But seeing the second CPU never turn on just means the TP didn't need it anyway.

Always do a full power off when installing F15.... to get 2nd core to kick in, run a Sunspider.

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by unixpsycho

Always do a full power off when installing F15.... to get 2nd core to kick in, run a Sunspider.

Will do.

The second core will kick in when needed anyway right? without the Sunspider?

kayphoonstar · 09/16/2011, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by verity

Just wanted to give my thanks to the dev, I've been running F15C 3.0.2-53 for two days (uberkernel upgrade) with no issues. I saw -55 came out, anyone update? Comments?

No problems w/-55 here @ 1.7 using 'noop', 'westwood' & sampling rate of 0.01. Very nice.

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 09:30 PM

I have noticed opening govnah it will say na on the second core for a few seconds then go to 0

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 10:34 PM

no matter what I do, spider included, I can't get the srcond CPU to fire up. And I get that darn error when trying to change settings. About writing to scaling

unixpsycho · 09/16/2011, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoomy942

no matter what I do, spider included, I can't get the srcond CPU to fire up. And I get that darn error when trying to change settings. About writing to scaling

Obviously you didnt read the OP and the description on the package when you installed it.

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by unixpsycho

Obviously you didnt read the OP and the description on the package when you installed it.

sorry buddy. You just said use spider and I'd see it fire up.

unixpsycho · 09/16/2011, 11:14 PM

All issues with Govnah giving errors should report that in the Govnah thread. This kernel will work fine without it.

unixpsycho · 09/16/2011, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoomy942

sorry buddy. You just said use spider and I'd see it fire up.

Power off the TP, then boot.

Sorry buddy.

in 3 places I said dont report core 2 problems and you decide to report a problem which isnt a problem.

zoomy942 · 09/16/2011, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by unixpsycho

All issues with Govnah giving errors should report that in the Govnah thread. This kernel will work fine without it.

understood. Didn't know there was another way to control and monitor outside using govnah

sledge007 · 09/17/2011, 06:26 AM

For the sake of this thread, please, please, please. please ......read and understand ALL parts of the Post #1!

Thanks!

ncinerate · 09/17/2011, 11:19 AM

Just wanted to make a comment.

Been using 1.7ghz cleanly. Switched over from phantom F4 (was running dual 1.8ghz) and far as I can tell everything seems to run just as smoothly and my battery life seems to have gained roughly an hour or so of use over the day. Tried to run 1.9ghz but it turns out my touchpad < chuck norris. Instant freeze when I attempt it, reboot becomes necessary.

Either way, she's screaming along at 1.7 or 1.8ghz with no issues and I honestly can't complain. Haven't noticed any glaring issues, far as I can tell this kernel is rock-solid. Beautiful work.

unixpsycho · 09/17/2011, 11:26 AM

I have moved F15 instead the Alpha testing feed. Which means more sporadic updates.

I am also now going to be playing with different ways to provide fulltime dual-core, apart from what F4 provides.

elopez · 09/17/2011, 02:25 PM

playing around = f15 not usable for me. thought for a second you were proving a point gain with 59's "strict dualcore" change.

unixpsycho · 09/17/2011, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elopez

playing around = f15 not usable for me. thought for a second you were proving a point gain with 59's "strict dualcore" change.

well, with the split of the feeds I can work on less-than-desirable kernels that change by the day, instead of touching a more stable kernel in the beta feed.

kernels in the Alpha feed may not necessarily even boot sometimes.

ghostinator · 03:07 PM

Govnah has lost all control over cpu speeds now. just sits and does nothing. guess i should learn how to use sysfs then. Any recommendations? I wanted to toy with 1.9GHz again

3.0.2-59, btw

elopez · 09/17/2011, 03:07 PM

^^^
same issue for me.

09/11/2011, 09:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
unixpsycho Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,331 Likes Received: 20 Thanks: 52 Thanked 1,371 Times in 348 Posts	F15 Eagle test kernel This Thread is for feedback on F15 Eagle kernel. This is not a "How-To thread", this is for serious testers only. Spamming the thread with irrelevance will most likely get you flamed by someone. Kernels are available. Check your local neighborhood alpha testing feed. When posting problems or bugs please specify kernel name and version. This kernel is ever changing and may sometimes not boot. Basic guidelines for install: You know how to doctor You have some kind of idea how to do a memboot. You know something about Linux, not necessarily a guru. You can do basic debugging in case of crash or hang. You have a strong command of how to use a webOS device. After installing kernel, do a full power off. Features in common codebase: 1.9GHz Selectable Full-time dual core BFQ SIO NFS & CIFS EXT4 Power saver mode debugging code left in (on purpose) Numerous patches for performance All bug reports should be qualified by running CLI commands to determine it is a kernel problem and not a UI problem. All complaints or crying with no CLI paste will be ignored! Recovery: How To Recover - WebOS Internals Memboot recovery kernel: TouchPad webOS 3.0.2 stock kernel How to memboot after finding out your device wears pink underwear: Put your device into recovery mode. Newer versions of the SDK will say "HP webOS" in the directory name instead of "Palm". Run novacom: Linux: Code: /opt/Palm/novacom/novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp Windows: Code: cd \program files\palm\sdk\bin novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp Mac: (Contributed by sd_matto) Code: Install PalmSDK (and novacom drives therein). This will install the necessary novacom binary (under /opt/nova/bin) and add that to your program path Download the stock kernel (from links above) Open Terminal window (under /Applications/Utilities) Type "cd ~/Downloads" (or other path to your downloaded kernel) Type "novacom boot mem:// < uImage-3.0.2-tp" __________________ Live free or DIE! Last edited by unixpsycho; 09/18/2011 at 10:10 AM.
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09/12/2011, 01:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
verity Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 3 Likes Received: 0 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just wanted to give my thanks to the dev, I've been running F15C 3.0.2-53 for two days (uberkernel upgrade) with no issues. I saw -55 came out, anyone update? Comments?
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09/16/2011, 03:05 PM	#3 (permalink)
zoomy942 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 38 Likes Received: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	Ill give it a try this weekend. It was a usage shift for me. I had it at 1.9 and the second CPU never kicked on. I've been using F4 at 1.5 for a bit so I'm used to that. But seeing the second CPU never turn on just means the TP didn't need it anyway.
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09/16/2011, 09:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
zoomy942 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 38 Likes Received: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	I have noticed opening govnah it will say na on the second core for a few seconds then go to 0
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09/16/2011, 10:34 PM	#8 (permalink)
zoomy942 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 38 Likes Received: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	no matter what I do, spider included, I can't get the srcond CPU to fire up. And I get that darn error when trying to change settings. About writing to scaling
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09/16/2011, 11:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
unixpsycho Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,331 Likes Received: 20 Thanks: 52 Thanked 1,371 Times in 348 Posts	All issues with Govnah giving errors should report that in the Govnah thread. This kernel will work fine without it. __________________ Live free or DIE!
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09/17/2011, 06:26 AM	#14 (permalink)
sledge007 Forum Moderator Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 5,067 Likes Received: 721 Thanks: 971 Thanked 890 Times in 647 Posts	For the sake of this thread, please, please, please. please ......read and understand ALL parts of the Post #1! Thanks!
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09/17/2011, 11:19 AM	#15 (permalink)
ncinerate Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1,071 Likes Received: 584 Thanks: 17 Thanked 1,148 Times in 217 Posts	Just wanted to make a comment. Been using 1.7ghz cleanly. Switched over from phantom F4 (was running dual 1.8ghz) and far as I can tell everything seems to run just as smoothly and my battery life seems to have gained roughly an hour or so of use over the day. Tried to run 1.9ghz but it turns out my touchpad < chuck norris. Instant freeze when I attempt it, reboot becomes necessary. Either way, she's screaming along at 1.7 or 1.8ghz with no issues and I honestly can't complain. Haven't noticed any glaring issues, far as I can tell this kernel is rock-solid. Beautiful work. __________________ New Touchpad? Here's your "Get Started" guide! Android CM9 on the Touchpad? Here's your "Get Started" guide! Hulu? On -MY- Touchpad? It's easier than you think. If you find my efforts useful here, feel free to donate!
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09/17/2011, 11:26 AM	#16 (permalink)
unixpsycho Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,331 Likes Received: 20 Thanks: 52 Thanked 1,371 Times in 348 Posts	I have moved F15 instead the Alpha testing feed. Which means more sporadic updates. I am also now going to be playing with different ways to provide fulltime dual-core, apart from what F4 provides. __________________ Live free or DIE!
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09/17/2011, 02:25 PM	#17 (permalink)
elopez Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 56 Likes Received: 4 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	playing around = f15 not usable for me. thought for a second you were proving a point gain with 59's "strict dualcore" change.
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09/17/2011, 03:02 PM	#19 (permalink)
ghostinator Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 71 Likes Received: 41 Thanks: 3 Thanked 76 Times in 14 Posts	Govnah has lost all control over cpu speeds now. just sits and does nothing. guess i should learn how to use sysfs then. Any recommendations? I wanted to toy with 1.9GHz again 3.0.2-59, btw __________________ Last edited by ghostinator; 09/17/2011 at 03:07 PM.
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09/17/2011, 03:07 PM	#20 (permalink)
elopez Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 56 Likes Received: 4 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	^^^ same issue for me.
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