1.8 The Boot Loader Program

The boot loader controls how the virtualization software boots and runs. You can modify the boot loader properties by using YaST or by directly editing the boot loader configuration file.

The YaST boot loader program is located at YaST > System > Boot Loader. The Boot Loader Settings screen lists the sections that appear as options on the boot menu. From this screen, you can change the boot loader so it auto-selects the virtual machine host option when booting.

Figure 1-6 Boot Loader Settings

Select the Xen section, then click Edit to manage the way the boot loader and Xen function.

Figure 1-7 Boot Loader Settings: Section Management

You can use the Boot Loader program to specify functionality, such as: