Install of 2..6.1 kills laptop trackpad features

I just installed the latest 2.6.1 kernel from Suse onto my Compaq 1260 Laptop. The trackpad is now extremely sensitive and cannot be corrected by any settings in the control center or via YAST. Furthermore the tap feature no longer works. I have to use the buttons to select/execute things. And Like all suse kernels since 2.4.19 the dma is inoperative. Any suggestions fo getting the trackpad working right again? Thanks, Richard