Sourcery G++ (cross-compiler for ARM) installation failure

Question

I was trying to install Sourcery G++ cross-compiler for ARM on Ubuntu 10.04 LTS from the following link ->http://www.codesourcery.com/sgpp/lite/arm/portal/release644 I did not use the graphical interface since I got java.awt error. While using the console mode of installation, I provided all the details asked by the program.(changed the default location of installation)

Some time into the installation, I got this error:

Unable to create file links

An error occurred while running an internal program. Please remove the toolchain from "/home//cross_compiler". EXITCODE=-1

I'm not sure what the reason is. I redid this process as a root user and I still got the same error.I am trying to install this on a 64 bit machine.

Answer 1

I suppose it is important to check your system requirements.

There is the possibility you are running a 64bit build of Ubuntu.

Sourcery G++ requires 32bit host libraries. Ensure those are installed.

In my mind, it may be easier to run a 32bit installation in a VM.

If that is not possible, there are installation logs in the 'uninstall' directory of your installation attempt directory. That may help you troubleshoot the issue.

Answer 2

You must have the 32-bit compatibility libraries installed to install Sourcery CodeBench.

From the FAQ: "What do I need to do to install and run Sourcery CodeBench on an x86 64-bit Linux host system?" https://sourcery.mentor.com/sgpp/lite/arm/portal/kbentry62

Full FAQ here: https://sourcery.mentor.com/sgpp/lite/arm/portal/target_arch?@action=faq&target_arch=arm

The ARM Lite edition tools have their own mailing list where you can ask such questions. Go to sourcerytools.com and use the "arm-gnu" mailing list for ARM Lite edition questions.

Cheers!