[GHC] #11758: Drop x86_64 binutils <2.17 hack

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#11758: Drop x86_64 binutils <2.17 hack
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        Reporter:  bgamari           |                Owner:  avd
            Type:  task              |               Status:  closed
        Priority:  normal            |            Milestone:  8.2.1
       Component:  Compiler (NCG)    |              Version:  8.0.1-rc2
      Resolution:  fixed             |             Keywords:  newcomer
Operating System:  Unknown/Multiple  |         Architecture:
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 Type of failure:  None/Unknown      |            Test Case:
      Blocked By:                    |             Blocking:
 Related Tickets:  12433             |  Differential Rev(s):  Phab:D2426
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Comment (by avd):

 I would like to work on this, but I will need some time to setup Windows
 build (mingw and stuff). I guess, while the patch is reverted, I can work
 on this without rush - is that right?

 Also, should this be tested on other 64 bit systems like Solaris and *BSD?
 Are there any resources/workflow?

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