Upgrading to Novell NetWare 6.5 on ProLiant servers

integration note

Abstract..............................................................................................................................................

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Introduction to Novell NetWare 6.5 ......................................................................................................

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Enhancements..................................................................................................................................

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Comprehensive upgrade plan ...............................................................................................................

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Check minimum hardware requirements .............................................................................................

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Server platforms ...........................................................................................................................

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Supported storage options.............................................................................................................

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Supported network interface controllers...........................................................................................

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ProLiant cluster support..................................................................................................................

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PCI Hot Plug support.....................................................................................................................

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Gather appropriate software and support documentation .....................................................................

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Check for the latest Novell Support Pack and OS patch list .................................................................

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Backup the current system ...............................................................................................................

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Upgrade procedures ..........................................................................................................................

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Prepare the network using NetWare Deployment Manager.................................................................

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Post upgrade tasks.............................................................................................................................

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Updating NSS Volumes ..................................................................................................................

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Installing or Updating Novell Client Software ....................................................................................

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Installing Product Updates ...............................................................................................................

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Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................

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Summary ..........................................................................................................................................

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For more information..........................................................................................................................

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Call to action ....................................................................................................................................

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