What kernel to install for AMD Core 2

[James Gray]

On 23/09/2006, at 2:45 AM, eduard wrote:

> I have just bought a new laptop but i have some doubts and  
> problems, and
>   need some recommendations.
> I have an AMD 64x2

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FWIW, AMD make dual core AMD64 CPUs not "Core" or "Core2" CPUs.  The  
latter being an Intel trade mark for their new line of processors to  
replace the Pentium/Centrino & Xeon processors.  Whilst Intel's  
departing processor line share a lot of compatibility with their new  
Core/Core2 architecture, the new processors support a whole bunch of  
new stuff and consume a lot less power.

Not trying to nit-pick, just trying to clarify so confusion doesn't  
invade with people wondering what the hell kinda system you're  
running :)

> Would it be a good idea to install the 2.6.18 version to solve my
> wireless connection problems caused by that thing called bcm4318?
> Can i trust in the official ubuntu wikis, helps...to compile and  
> install
> the proper kernel?

bcm4318 you say?  That's a Broadcom right?  I think you'll get better  
mileage from stock kernel with ndis wrapper.  Broadcom chipsets are  
very poorly supported under Linux (Broadcom wont release the  
necessary details to write open-source drivers, and don't release a  
Linux binary driver).  That's why whenever friends are buying laptops  
and want wireless under Linux, I typically recommend either the Intel  
ProWireless cards or an Atheros chipset - both are very well  
supported under Linux.  If your laptop uses a mini-PCI slot for  
wireless, you can probably swap out the Broadcom for an Intel.  The  
Intel ProWireless 2200BG cards go for around USD$30-50 on eBay.  The  
ProWireless 3195ABG is a good option if you need tri-band support.

> Any comment is welcomed. Thanks.
>
> NOTE: Despite i use some technical terms, please, remind i don't fully
> understand their basic implications. It is just that i have spent too
> much time reading stuff.

lol - know that feeling :)

Cheers,

James