GPL licencing when repackaging OS software for embedded use [closed]

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I am currently building a Linux-based embedded device, but since i am building it using pre-compiled binary packages i am wondering what is required in this case t开发者_StackOverflowo comply with the GPL. Would including a copy of the GPL licence text and a pointer to the relevent distribution suffice?

I am deciding whether the company view that end users should not mess around with product internals can be squared with the Linux GPL, or whether i should bite the bullet and switch to FreeBSD.

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For redistributing pre-compiled binaries, you're allowed to refer requests for source to the upstream supplier on if your redistribution is non-commercial. If you're redistributing commercially then you must offer the source to all applicable binaries.