trinkett42
09-28-2005, 01:35 PM
Hello everyone, I hope some of you can help me here. First off let me state that I am a complete and total Linux NOOB. I've been pushed towards Linux (SUSE 9.2) at work to accomplish a task that I cannot seem to do with Windows.
The Task
Create 150+ bootable entries, each entry must be stand-alone and not intefere with the others. The only difference is that each entry has a specific set of software drivers that it will install and boot for a particular Motherboard. If possible, this system should work through Windows for ease on technicians.
So there it is, what I have to do at work. Other forums have suggested multiple kernels, 150+ partitions, a few partitions just mounted at different places, and modules. Thats super and great, but all they did was suggest these things and then say good luck. Again, I'm a NOOB extreme and need a bit more guidance...examples, links, first person experiences. I need someone who really has some good ideas, thoughts, questions, concerns, or advice to make some thought out posts to help me along.
My current Plan of attack is this. 1) SUSE 9.2 install. 2)WinXP install 3)Hide XP install so NTLDR won't take over and create submenu off of first install 4) Repeat with 150+ partitioned WinXP installs and hope GRUB can handle it.
All inqueries, thoughts, bashings, insane ramblings, help and advice are welcome.
The Task
Create 150+ bootable entries, each entry must be stand-alone and not intefere with the others. The only difference is that each entry has a specific set of software drivers that it will install and boot for a particular Motherboard. If possible, this system should work through Windows for ease on technicians.
So there it is, what I have to do at work. Other forums have suggested multiple kernels, 150+ partitions, a few partitions just mounted at different places, and modules. Thats super and great, but all they did was suggest these things and then say good luck. Again, I'm a NOOB extreme and need a bit more guidance...examples, links, first person experiences. I need someone who really has some good ideas, thoughts, questions, concerns, or advice to make some thought out posts to help me along.
My current Plan of attack is this. 1) SUSE 9.2 install. 2)WinXP install 3)Hide XP install so NTLDR won't take over and create submenu off of first install 4) Repeat with 150+ partitioned WinXP installs and hope GRUB can handle it.
All inqueries, thoughts, bashings, insane ramblings, help and advice are welcome.