Describes how software distributions are organized and the effects of
this organization on the installation process. Introduces the fundamental
concepts and vocabulary of software installation and presents an overview
of the installation process using Inst.
Chapter 2, "Preparing for Installation," (12 pages)
Identifies the factors that must be considered in planning for installations
and describes the preliminary work that should be done on a server and target
system to ensure smooth installations.
Contains procedures for starting a miniroot and a live installation. Also
explains how miniroot installations work. Use this chapter in conjunction
with the procedures in Chapter 4 to install software.
Contains procedures for installing software using commands on the Inst Main
menu. Use this chapter after starting an installation with the procedures
in Chapter 3.
Describes how to use the View Commands menu to change the way information
is displayed in software listings. Also explains how to use the Administrative
Commands menu to execute specialized installation commands and change
conditions on the target host during an installation session. Procedures in
this chapter require mastery of Chapter 4 material.
Describes optional methods for using Inst that supplement the basic method
presented in Chapter 4. Use this chapter after you become comfortable with
the procedures in Chapter 4 material.
Explains how to customize Inst to suite both personal preferences and the
requirements of other system users. Includes information for tailoring
Software Manager.
Refers readers to the FLEXlm End User Manual and the Network License System
Administration Guide for instructions on setting up and maintaing licensing
schemes. Contains supplemental information that is specific to managing
FLEXlm on Silicon Graphics systems.
ontains a condensed version of the installation instructions presented in
Chapter 4. Also contains a glossary of all
commands that are available from Inst
menus, including hidden commands.
Commands are ordered alphabetically by
menu.
Explains the types of errors that can occur
during an installation, how to control error
reporting, and how to interpret and resolve
errors during various phases of the
installation process.