Description of problem: Linux Version and Update: EL5U3 Kernel version: [uname -a] Linux stevlx1253.bc.jsplc.net 2.6.18-128.4.1.0.1.el5 #1 SMP Tue Aug 4 15:23:10 EDT 2009 x86_64 x86_64 x86_64 GNU/Linux PROBLEM SYMPTOMS: ----------------- On el5u3, run: # /etc/init.d/edac start Starting edac: [ OK ] Though it returned 'Ok', but in fact it filed, e.g. no edac* module loaded. How reproducible: Steps to Reproduce: 1. 2. 3. Actual results: Expected results: A desired output is to report a failure when starting edac instead of 'OK', if there is not hardware support.patch attached Additional info:
This request was evaluated by Red Hat Product Management for inclusion in the current release of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Because the affected component is not scheduled to be updated in the current release, Red Hat is unfortunately unable to address this request at this time. Red Hat invites you to ask your support representative to propose this request, if appropriate and relevant, in the next release of Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
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The needinfo request[s] on this closed bug have been removed as they have been unresolved for 1000 days