how can i compile a driver into kernel

[msnxsw]

i have a intel 82457 nic and driver,
i need the knoppix can identify this nic .
i have compiled this driver as a module , but everytime when boot i need to inmod the module.
so how can i compile this driver into the kernel?

[Stephen]

i have a intel 82457 nic and driver,
i need the knoppix can identify this nic .
i have compiled this driver as a module , but everytime when boot i need to inmod the module.
so how can i compile this driver into the kernel?

Edit the file /etc/modules and put the name of the module on a line by itself and save the file it will be loaded every time you boot.

[msnxsw]

thank you !
i will try!