Package: wnpp Severity: normal Since I don't have a Vaio anymore I am unable to test this package properly. I think it should be adopted by someone who can.
Package description: This module creates some entries in /proc/vaio concerning battery and power usage information, and LCD brightness levels on Sony Vaio laptops. Although on newer laptops some of this information is handled by ACPI as well, this module is required for some older ones, and still works on the newer ones. Recent kernel sources include a SONYPI module that provides similar functionality to this one, but it cannot change LCD brightness on some laptops where this module works. The module is effectively dead upstream (upstream author also lost his Vaio). When I took over the package (because the previous maintainer lost his Vaio) I tried to rewrite the module's build system for 2.6.x kernels, but didn't manage to make it really sleek - it only works reliably when used with kernel-package. There's an open bug (#296566) caused by me forgetting to adjust the build instructions in the README file. When I tried to improve the instructions I discovered that my rewritten build system should never have worked at all. It may be an advantage to have prior experience with kernel modules and interfacing with the kernel build system than I do, but do not let it stop you if you have none - I haven't either. Warning: if the historical record is any guide, involvement with this package will cause you to lose your Vaio. -- Henning Makholm -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
