Re: OpenGL-based framebuffer concepts

[Dave Airlie]

> > For a specific DRM chip there are currently four modules:
> > fbdev-core
> > fbdev-chip depends on fbdev-core
> > drm-core
> > drm-chip depends on drm-core
> > RIght now drm and fbdev can be loaded independently.
> >
> > I would always keep fbdev-core and drm-core as separate modules.  But
> > drm-core may become dependent on fbdev-core.

I've already pointed out to Jon the problems with this approach on
numerous occasions and to be honest do not have the time to do so
again,

I will not accept patches to make DRM drivers rely on fbdev drivers in
the kernel for many many many reasons, two quick ones :

a) we don't always have a fully functional fbdev driver, see intel fb drivers.
b) loading fbdev drivers breaks X in a lot of cases, we need to be a
bit more careful.
c) Lots of distros don't use fbdev drivers, forcing this on them to
use drm isn't an option.

should I go on?

I've made suggestions I've given you patches that start the work, I'm
going to finish that work, but I've no timeline, I'd hope at KS/OLS
this year to do it..

Dave.
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