use_old_serialnum

Description

When set to 1, this parameter forces the kernel to use the old method (before IRIX Version 5) of calculating a 32-bit serial number for sysinfo -s. This variable affects only Onyx and Challenge L or XL systems.

Value

Default: 0

Range: 0 or 1

When to Change

Change this parameter on your Challenge or Onyx system if you need to use some older software that requires a 32-bit serial number.