RE: [PATCH net-next] net: phylink: Add phylinksetfixed_link() to configure fixed link state in phylink

[Raju.Lakkaraju]

Hi Simon,

Thank you for review the patch.

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> Subject: Re: [PATCH net-next] net: phylink: Add phylinksetfixed_link() to
> configure fixed link state in phylink
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> On Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 10:53:35AM +0530, Raju Lakkaraju wrote:
> > From: Russell King <linux@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> >
> > The function allows for the configuration of a fixed link state for a
> > given phylink instance. This addition is particularly useful for
> > network devices that operate with a fixed link configuration, where
> > the link parameters do not change dynamically. By using
> > `phylink_set_fixed_link()`, drivers can easily set up the fixed link state during
> initialization or configuration changes.
> >
> > Signed-off-by: Russell King <linux@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > Signed-off-by: Raju Lakkaraju <Raju.Lakkaraju@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > ---
> > Note: This code was developed by Mr.Russell King.
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I am wondering if we need a user of this function in order for this patch to be
> accepted, as is often the practice for new features.

This patch is Mr. Russell King's developed code which I'm submitting to Linux community for review.
just following Russell's request. 
i.e.
https://lore.kernel.org/netdev/ZsCMtARGCOLsbF9h@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx/

if it is required, I can send both together in a single series. Please confirm 

Hi Russell, Do you any concerns about Mr. Simon comments?

Thanks,
Raju