yum updates after custom kernel build

[russellr]

Hi,

I need to build a custom kernel, but I've already updated my system with "yum".

Some of those updates may include module updates (e.g. video drivers).

If I build a custom kernel (using these instructions) and boot it, then I would assume the latest module updates would not be there.

Is this assumption correct?

If so, how do I re-update just the packages I need that include kernel modules?

Would an "rpm -aV" tell me which modules don't match or does it check the directories for the old kernel modules instead of my custom kernel and therefore tell me nothing?

regards,
RR

[coffee412]

You will have to reinstall the modules after booting the new kernel. Remember to uninstall the module (nvidia?) and then reinstall.

As for if yum would find the correct type of programs I would think so. Just check the enviromental variables to make sure they look right.

echo $releasever
echo $basearch

Dont do a "yum -y install xxxxx"
Do a "yum install xxxxx"
That way if something isnt right then you can always abort the install or update.

coffee