MPC5121
NXP
verify the MPC5121 support by searching for the MPC5121 in the u-boot installation directory
Application NoteNxp
Porting Linux for the MPC5121e Application Note
Guidance for porting the Linux BSP and u-boot bootloader to custom hardware designs based on the NXP MPC5121e processor using the Linux Target Image Builder (LTIB).
Overview
This application note (AN3765) provides detailed instructions for porting the Linux Board Support Package (BSP) to custom board designs using the NXP MPC5121e processor. It focuses on modifications to the u-boot universal boot loader, including board-specific source code updates and build environment configuration. The document also details Linux kernel porting for version 2.6.24.6, covering PowerPC software architecture, flat device tree source (.dts) files, and machine description structures. Practical steps are provided for using the Linux Target Image Builder (LTIB) to deploy new platforms, along with setup guidance for Windows-based development environments using virtual machines.
Use Cases
- Porting Linux BSP to custom MPC5121e hardware
- Configuring u-boot for new PowerPC-based boards
- Setting up an LTIB development environment
- Modifying Linux kernel machine descriptions and device trees
Topics
NXP
MPC5121e
MPC5121
Linux BSP
u-boot
LTIB
PowerPC
Bootloader
Device Tree
Embedded Linux
ADS5121
Referenced Parts
MPC5121e
NXP
The Linux BSP for MPC5121e supports the ADS5121 evaluation board.
| MPC5121 | NXP | verify the MPC5121 support by searching for the MPC5121 in the u-boot installation directory |
| MPC5121e | NXP | The Linux BSP for MPC5121e supports the ADS5121 evaluation board. |