Install / Upgrade to Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04 (Precise Pangolin)

by | Oct 2, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Linux

Here’s a little script that will identify your system and install the correct version of Linux Kernel 3.6.0 for you.

If you want to upgrade to the latest version of Linux Kernel (3.6), follow this short tip and update your system. This script was tested in Ubuntu 12.04 and 12.10 and it worked flawlessly.

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Objectives:

  • Install / Upgrade to Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04 / 12.10
  • Enjoy!
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To get started, press Ctrl – Alt – T on your keyboard to open the terminal. When it opens, run the commands below to create the script.

gedit /tmp/linux-kernel-3.6


 


kernel_linux_precise


 


Next, copy and paste this script into the file and save it.


 


#!/bin/bash



 



#### Script Created By SociallyUncensored.eu ####



 



#i386 links



 



link1="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-headers-3.6.0-030600_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_all.deb"



 



link2="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-headers-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_i386.deb"



 



link3="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-image-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_i386.deb"



 



link4="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-image-extra-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_i386.deb"



 



#amd64 links



 



url1="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-headers-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_amd64.deb"



 



url2="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-image-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_amd64.deb"



 



url3="http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.6-quantal/linux-image-extra-3.6.0-030600-generic_3.6.0-030600.201209302035_amd64.deb"



 



#System architecture



 



arch=`uname -m`



if  [ $arch = i686 ] || [ $arch = i386 ]; then



 



mkdir $HOME/kernel3.6-i386



 



sudo rm -rf $HOME/kernel3.6-i386/*



 



cd $HOME/kernel3.6-i386



 



wget $link1



wget $link2



wget $link3



wget $link4



 



sudo dpkg -i *.deb



 



sudo rm -rf $HOME/kernel3.6-i386



 



elif [ $arch = "x86_64" ]; then



 



 



mkdir $HOME/kernel3.6-amd64



 



sudo rm -rf $HOME/kernel3.6-amd64/*



 



cd $HOME/kernel3.6-amd64



 



wget $link1



wget $url1



wget $url2



wget $url3



 



sudo dpkg -i *.deb



 



sudo rm -rf $HOME/kernel3.6-amd64



 



    else



        echo "Unsupported Architecture"



fi


 


kernel_linux_precise_4


 


After saving the file, run the commands below to make the file executable.


chmod +x /tmp/linux-kernel-3.6


 


kernel_linux_precise_1


 


Finally, run the commands below to install / upgrade your kernel to version 3.6


sudo sh -c '/tmp/linux-kernel-3.6'


 


kernel_linux_precise_2


 


After installing, you must restart your computer.


 


Enjoy!


 


kernel_linux_precise_3


 


The original script can be found here.


Frequently Asked Questions
How to upgrade Linux Kernel to version 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
To upgrade to Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04, you can use the provided script in the article to download and install the necessary packages.


What are the system requirements for installing Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
The script mentioned in the article supports i386 and x86_64 architectures. Make sure your system meets these requirements before proceeding with the installation.


Where can I find the download links for Linux Kernel 3.6.0 packages for Ubuntu 12.04?
The article provides the download links for both i386 and x86_64 architectures. You can find the specific links in the script shared in the article.


Is it safe to upgrade Linux Kernel to version 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
If you follow the instructions provided in the article and use the script from a trusted source, upgrading the kernel to version 3.6.0 should be safe for your system.


What should I do after installing Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
After successfully installing the new kernel version, remember to restart your computer to apply the changes and start using the updated kernel.


Can I revert back to the previous kernel after installing version 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
If you encounter any issues or compatibility problems with the new kernel, you can boot into your system's GRUB menu and choose the previous kernel version to revert back.


Are there any risks involved in manually upgrading Linux Kernel in Ubuntu 12.04?
Manually upgrading the kernel carries some risks, such as potential system instability or incompatibility with certain hardware. Proceed with caution and ensure you have a backup.


What are the benefits of upgrading to Linux Kernel 3.6.0 in Ubuntu 12.04?
Upgrading to a newer kernel version like 3.6.0 may bring performance improvements, additional hardware support, and security enhancements to your Ubuntu 12.04 system.