Hi there, There's something I don't understand about modules. They say it's good to compile support for devices as modules in the kernel, since it saves system resources. Well, some time ago I did, I compiled the kernel with support for the ide-scsi device, and I did it as a module. I restarted my system and nothing happened. Someone explained to me that I should do a "modprobe ide-scsi" to make it work. I don't understand that. I always thought there was some intelligent mechanism which would load the module automatically if I needed it, and now it seems there isn't. Well, I can live with that, but than I don't understand the advantage of the use of modules; it's impractical to do a "modprobe xyz" before one can use a device, and it takes my system resources anyway if I do the "modprobe xyz" at startup. I hope someone can explain to me why it is good to use them anyway. Thanks, Sander ********************************************************************** Disclaimer This email is confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual to whom it is addressed. Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Azlan Holdings bv and/or subsidiary. If you are not the intended recipient, be advised that you have received this email in error and that any use, dissemination, forwarding, printing, or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error please notify Azlan Holdings MIS Helpdesk by telephone on +31 (0) 79 3443200. ********************************************************************** -- To unsubscribe send e-mail to suse-linux-e-unsubscribe@suse.com For additional commands send e-mail to suse-linux-e-help@suse.com Also check the FAQ at http://www.suse.com/Support/Doku/FAQ/