kernel-install

Add kernel and initramfs to bootloader

$ sudo kernel-install add [kernel-version] [kernel-image] [path/to/initrd]

$ sudo kernel-install remove [kernel-version]

$ sudo kernel-install inspect [kernel-image]

kernel-install command [options]

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.

add VERSION KERNEL [INITRD...]

Add kernel and optional initramfs images to boot partition

Remove kernel and associated files from boot partition

Display configured and auto-detected paths

Requires root privileges. Behavior depends on installed plugins. Works best with systemd-boot but can support other bootloaders through plugins.

kernel-install is part of systemd, providing a standardized way to manage kernel installation. It implements the Boot Loader Specification for portable boot configurations.

bootctl(1), systemd-boot(7), dracut(8)