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Contributor Syl on the Hardware support category

i8k kernel module and i8kutils - 64 bit versions   forum
Written by Syl the 20 Oct 08 at 11:47. Global category: Hardware support. New
i8kutils is a collection of utilities to control Dell laptops. It includes programs to turn the fan on and off, to read fan status, CPU temperature, BIOS version and to handle the volume buttons and Fn-keys.
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Solution #1: Port i8k kernel module and i8kutils on 64bit architecture
Written by Syl the 20 Oct 08 at 11:47.
Please create a 64 bit version of the i8k module. All the latest Dell laptops have 64 bit processors and this module is a must !
So please make i8kutils work on 64bit Jaunty ;)

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