Re: [Rule-list] install from slinky with no cd

[Martin Stricker]

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> The good news is that it worked. I did not need to use losetup. The
> mount -o loop syntax is another way to use loop devices. I have not,
> however,  tested this syntax with a dos formatted hard drive.

It *should* work with any filesystem the kernel can access. Loop devices
are kernel magic, not filesystem magic.

> If losetup can be included in the install /sbin it would be good
> anyway. It allows you to mount floppy images as well as cd images
> which could be handy in a rescue situation.

You can mount -o floppy images, too. Just specify the correct filesystem
type and it will work fine.

Best regards,
Martin Stricker
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