Steven Stallion wrote:
>>> Considering that the 8029 has a number of extended features not included
>>> in the DP8390 spec (i.e. fdx, flow control, etc.) does it make sense to
>>> scrap generic support for NE2000 devices and develop specifically for
>>> the
>>> 8029? (i.e. renbrand ne as re) ?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>> IMO, it would not be a terrible idea. Generic ne2k support is probably
>> not terribly useful anymore.
>>
>
> It would make life *much* easier. The DP8390 spec is pretty sparse, and I
> would have had to add in vendor specific entry points anyway.
>
> I hate to admit it, but I don't like dropping generic chipset support
> (there used to be a number of other PCI ne2k devices out there), however
> if the 8029 is the only device thats deemed useful enough to emancipate,
> theres no sense in carrying along more cruft - especially if it would get
> in the way of integration.
>
Support for additional chipsets would require the ability to *test*
those other parts. And the market demand for such support is ~nonexistent.
The 8029 is unique because it is a popular emulated device, so having it
integrated serves a real purpose.
The other point here is, folks with other DP8390 based products can
probably use Masa's ni driver. (And that driver, because of lack of
popularity/need, is unlikely to ever be integrated if your 8029 work is
integrated.)
-- Garrett
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