Installing from media

rbootd daemon is running. The rbootd daemon always runs, whereas instl_bootd is started using inetd and only runs when needed.

Also, for these older clients, there is an intentional delay built into the rbootd process when a client wants to do an installation boot (as opposed to a diskless boot). This prevents the server from showing up during the first search. Retrying the search two or three times may be necessary.

The bootsys Command Fails with Insufficient Space

The bootsys command fails due to insufficient space in the /stand volume.

The bootsys command must copy the two files, /opt/ignite/boot/Rel_release/[WVI]INSTALL and

/opt/ignite/boot/Rel_release/[WVI]INSTALLFS

from the server into the client’s /stand directory. This error indicates that there is not enough space in /stand. To correct this situation, you may need to remove any backup kernels. Also, check for kernels in the /stand/build/ directory (like vmunix_test).

TUI does not accept user input

The text fields in the TUI do not accept keyboard input during client installations.

The text fields within the TUI do not recognize keyboard input, causing dialogs to reopen or loop. This occurs when the Insert key is active so you must ensure that the Insert key is deactivated by pressing it to enter data in the TUI.

DCE/RPC errors

DCE / RPC errors (RPC exceptions) occur during the configuration stage, and a failure message is printed at the end of the installation.

There is an apparent problem with certain SD operations (for example, swacl) when only loopback networking is enabled. This would occur if the "media only" installation option is selected. The work-around is to install using the "media with networking enabled" option and set up (perhaps temporary) networking parameters: hostname, IP address, netmask, routing, etc. SD operations will complete normally.

Installing from golden images

Cannot Find Specified Archive

Errors: gunzip: stdin: unexpected end of file

pax_iux: The archive is empty.

ERROR: Cannot load OS archive (HP-UX Core Operating System

Archives)

The NFS mount probably succeeded, but the file was not accessible from the client. Check these possibilities:

•File has a different name (check your configuration files).

•File has the wrong permissions such that it is not readable. Check /etc/exports for HP-UX 11i v1 and 11i v2 systems, and /etc/dfs/dfstab for HP-UX 11i v3 systems.

Missing .conf Files

The /etc/nsswitch.conf and /etc/resolv.conf files from the archive do not end up on the installation client.

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UX System Management Software specifications

HP-UX System Management Software is a robust suite of tools designed to facilitate the administration and management of HP's Unix-based operating system, HP-UX. As organizations increasingly rely on mission-critical applications, the need for a reliable and efficient management solution becomes paramount. HP-UX provides a comprehensive understanding of system performance, resource utilization, and enterprise-wide configuration, all while maintaining high availability and security.

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