On Mon, 1 May 2000, Adam Fritzler wrote:
>
> Ah, thanks. Is there a good reason why ide interfaces aren't assigned in
> numerical order? (like net interfaces, etc)
Try moving the NIC order around and keeping the assocaiated cable with
each card constant. You NIC setup will fail.
Lets define "numerical order".
I want you to explain to me and the list what you think it is.
I will add to your answer based upon other actions taken by the kernel.
This is an exercise to share knowledge, not to belittle.
Many have asked my why and I have never been able to clearly explain it.
Here is an opportunity to get the answer out.
Cheers,
Andre Hedrick
The Linux ATA/IDE guy
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