Last linux kernel version for VF61?

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Based on the available information, Toradex does not plan to support Colibri VF50/VF61 on BSP 7 or any newer BSP versions beyond BSP 2.8.7(1).

However, there are a few potential approaches you could consider:

Upstream Kernel Support

The Colibri VF50/VF61 modules are supported by the Linux kernel upstream and U-Boot upstream(1). This means you could potentially:

  • Build a custom image using a newer upstream kernel version
  • Use the Yocto Project build system to integrate newer kernel versions(2)(3)
  • Manually port and maintain the necessary device tree and driver support

Custom Development Options

If you need newer BSP support, you have these options:

  1. Build from source: You can build the Linux kernel from source code and potentially integrate newer kernel versions yourself(3). This would require:

    • Setting up the Yocto build environment
    • Maintaining device tree files
    • Testing and validating all peripherals

  2. Partner support: Consider contacting one of Toradex’s partners who could provide the service of bringing Colibri VF61 to a newer BSP version(1).

  3. Module upgrade: The recommended approach is to consider upgrading to a newer and better-supported module in the same Colibri family or moving to a more future-proof family like Verdin(1).

Important Considerations

  • Transitioning to newer BSP versions (like Yocto Scarthgap) may not be straightforward(1)
  • You would need to handle compatibility issues, dependencies, and specific configurations
  • Official Toradex support would not be available for such custom implementations

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