PPC: Cursor slows down while editing at the console command line

Support knowledgebase (slow_cursor)
Applies to

SuSE Linux PowerPC: Version 6.4

Symptom:

The cursor will sometimes slow down desparately when you are working at the command line of the console. Especially when using the history function of the shell it may take several seconds for your keystrokes to take effect.

Cause:

This is due to a fault in the framebuffer which can be resolved by deactivating the accelaration.

Solution:

Please enter the following (as root):

fbset -a -accel false

The option -a applies the change to all virtual consoles. Omitting this option would correct the problem at the current virtual console only.


Keywords: PPC, APPLE, MAC, CURSOR, CONSOLE, FRAMEBUFFER

Categories: Power Macintosh

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