kernel-install
manages kernel images in the boot partition
TLDR
Add kernel and initramfs to bootloader
$ sudo kernel-install add [kernel-version] [kernel-image] [path/to/initrd]
Remove kernel from bootloader$ sudo kernel-install remove [kernel-version]
Inspect configuration and auto-detected paths$ sudo kernel-install inspect [kernel-image]
SYNOPSIS
kernel-install command [options]
DESCRIPTION
kernel-install manages kernel images in the boot partition. It's part of systemd and handles the installation and removal of kernel images for systemd-boot and other bootloaders.The tool runs plugins (install.d scripts) that handle tasks like copying files, generating bootloader entries, and updating the initramfs. It integrates with the Boot Loader Specification.
PARAMETERS
add VERSION KERNEL [INITRD...]
Add kernel and optional initramfs images to boot partitionremove VERSION
Remove kernel and associated files from boot partitioninspect [KERNEL]
Display configured and auto-detected paths
INSTALL
sudo apt install systemd
sudo dnf install systemd
sudo pacman -S systemd
sudo zypper install systemd
brew install systemd
nix profile install nixpkgs#systemd
CAVEATS
Requires root privileges. Behavior depends on installed plugins. Works best with systemd-boot but can support other bootloaders through plugins.
HISTORY
kernel-install is part of systemd, providing a standardized way to manage kernel installation. It implements the Boot Loader Specification for portable boot configurations.
