Using the VESA framebuffer driver (Since 6.3)

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Applies to

SuSE Linux: Versions since 6.3
XFree86: Versions since 2.2.0

Request

Idea

Before the Linux kernel switches to 32 bit protected mode a BIOS call is made to switch to the desired video (graphic) mode. This graphic mode remains unchanged as long as linux is running.

Prerequisites

Procedure

To use the framebuffer console, you will need kernel support for the so called framebuffer device. If you like to use the framebuffer X-Server (you'll need it if your video adapter is not supported otherwise) you must also install a package from the CD.

If you´re using SuSE Linux 6.3 or above, there is no need to recompile your kernel, because the VESA framebuffer support is already compiled in the standard kernel.

The procedure in detail

Configuring the framebuffer device with SaX

Editing XF86Config manually


See also:
o Using the VESA framebuffer driver

Keywords: FRAMEBUFFER, FBDEV, XF86_FBDEV, GRAFIKKARTE, X-WINDOW

Categories: X Server

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