Nortel Networks 53r 5300 00 manual Platform software installation

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Platform software installation

This section describes how to install the AS 5300 platform software. The platform software consists of the underlying Linux kernel, which is the base-level software packages required for a Linux-based operating system, and the customized Nortel software, scripts, and server configurations that prepare the system for an AS 5300 environment. SIP core AS 5300 servers require the platform software installation. Use these procedures for the configuration of new servers and the reinstallation of the platform software due to server recovery.

Many of the prompts displayed during installation have default values contained within square brackets ([ ]). Pressing the Enter key indicates acceptance of the default values.

The Linux installer presents a series of questions to the user. At certain points during the question-and-answer process, the user is presented with a summary of the choices made. The user then has the option of correcting errors made during the earlier steps. Previous answers are provided as defaults, allowing the user to quickly accept them as correct values.

The Core Linux 11.0.x CD-ROM that shipped with your product contains the Linux installation files.

Perform the installation procedures using the physical KVM console or the RSA-II remote control.

Throughout these procedures, the term installer refers to the Linux installation script, and not the person performing the installation.

Platform software installation procedures

This work flow shows the sequence of steps required to install the platform software.

Application Server 5300

Nortel AS 5300 Installation

NN42040-300 01.04

4 November 2008

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