FWHRNG(4) (x86)

FWHRNG(4) | NetBSD Kernel Interfaces Manual (x86) | FWHRNG(4)

# NAME

fwhrng — Intel Firmware Hub Random Number Generator

# SYNOPSIS

fwhrng* at ichlpcib?

# DESCRIPTION

The fwhrng driver provides support for hardware Random Number Generator (RNG) available on some Intel Firmware Hubs (FWHs). The fwhrng driver accesses the RNG through an I/O controller hub (ICH).

# SEE ALSO

ichlpcib(4), rnd(4)

Intel Corporation, Intel 82802AB/82802AC Firmware Hub (FWH), November, 2000, http://download.intel.com/design/chipsets/datashts/29065804.pdf.

# CAVEATS

The entropy source is not tested for randomness.

July 29, 2010 | NetBSD 5.99