Obtaining Ignite-UX from OE and Application media

As an alternative to selecting the “All supported HP-UX versions” option, you may download more than one OS-specific bundle to get the combination of HP-UX support that you need. When you install an OS-specific Ignite-UX bundle, you will also see the IGNITE bundle in the swlist (1M) output of your installed software.

If you only want to download the software required to support system recovery of a specific client, select the applicable OS-specific option.

Important:

Any Web download package of Ignite-UX can install on any supported

HP-UX release. Supported versions of HP-UX are documented in the

Supported Versions of Ignite-UX PDF file available at

http://www.docs.hp.com/en/oshpux11iv3.html#Ignite-UX.

Hewlett-Packard provides OS-specific bundles in order to decrease the download time for Ignite-UX. By limiting what you install on your Ignite-UX server, you save download time and disk space. However, your needs may change over time. For example, if you downloaded the package that supports HP-UX 11i v1 in July 2007, you most likely downloaded the C.7.2 version of Ignite-UX. If you decide in October 2007 that you also need support for HP-UX 11i v2, the Web packages for C.7.2 will no longer be available. At that point if you have not stored a copy of the full Ignite-UX product for potential future use, you would be forced to upgrade to a new version of Ignite-UX in order to add support for HP-UX 11i v2.

HP recommends you install the complete Ignite-UX product (IGNITE) unless you want to block the use of a specific version of HP-UX, increase the download speed, or conserve disk space on the server.

Obtaining Ignite-UX from OE and Application media

Each media set released by HP contains bundles specific to one HP-UX release. For example, if you install bundle Ignite-UX-11-11 from Operating Environment (OE) media for HP-UX 11i v2, that bundle will only install properly on 11i v2 systems. The same is true for Application media.

If you support multiple HP-UX releases, you have two options:

1.Install Ignite-UX from the media specific to the HP-UX release of your Ignite-UX server. For example, if the current OE media supports HP-UX 11i v2 and your Ignite-UX server is HP-UX 11i v1, then use the AR media for HP-UX 11i v1 instead. Once Ignite-UX is installed on the system, you can install clients with any supported HP-UX release (this assumes you have installed the software required to support that release).

2.Download Ignite-UX from the Web. The version of Ignite-UX on the Web installs on any supported HP-UX release.

To successfully install Ignite-UX, use media appropriate for the target HP-UX release. Attempting to use Ignite-UX on a version of HP-UX that is no longer supported will fail. The appropriate OS- specific bundles must be present in order for Ignite-UX to support a given HP-UX release.

Do not install Ignite-UX with the Software Distributor (SD) option –x allow_incompatible =true. HP does not support installing Ignite-UX in this manner. If software incompatible with a target OS is force-installed, SD leaves that incompatible software in a state of “installed” but not “configured”; that is, the SD configure scripts are never run.

Ignite-UX specifications

HP Ignite-UX is a sophisticated system recovery tool developed for the HP-UX operating system. It plays a vital role in ensuring that HP-UX environments can be efficiently restored to a known good state in the event of a system failure, corruption, or mishap. The tool provides administrators with a user-friendly interface and comprehensive features that enable them to quickly deploy, recover, and maintain HP-UX systems.

One of the defining features of HP Ignite-UX is its ability to create system recovery archives. These archives can encapsulate a fully configured HP-UX system, including both the operating system and installed applications. This allows for quick restoration of systems to their exact configurations when necessary, saving both time and resources. Additionally, Ignite-UX supports network-based installations, making it possible to deploy systems remotely, which is particularly advantageous for organizations with multiple servers spread out across different locations.

Another significant aspect of Ignite-UX is its integration with the HP-UX Model. The tool leverages the underlying technologies of HP-UX, such as LVM (Logical Volume Management) and filesystem structures, to ensure that recovery processes are both efficient and reliable. By working closely with these features, Ignite-UX can handle complex restoration tasks with minimal user intervention. This ability to interact seamlessly with other HP-UX components reinforces its reputation as a critical utility for system administrators.

Ignite-UX is designed to be flexible and adaptable, catering to a variety of use cases. It supports creation of bootable recovery media on different formats, including DVD, USB, and network images, enabling easy access during disaster recovery scenarios. Furthermore, the tool includes a set of advanced diagnostics to help troubleshoot issues, providing detailed logs and reports to assist administrators in identifying root causes of system failures.

Security is also a top priority for HP Ignite-UX. The tool ensures that backups are securely encrypted, safeguarding sensitive data against unauthorized access during the restore process.

In conclusion, HP Ignite-UX stands out as a robust solution for system recovery and management within HP-UX environments. With its comprehensive features, including system recovery archives, network-based installations, seamless integration with HP-UX technologies, flexible media options, and strong security measures, Ignite-UX is an invaluable asset for organizations looking to enhance their system reliability and minimize downtime.