This topic describes the procedures for installing the master console
software.
Before you begin: Before installing the master console
software, you should have completed these tasks:
- Installed all hardware prerequisites in the master console.
- Cabled the master console.
- Installed all software prerequisites, such as Windows® 2000
Server.
- Enabled SNMP services by completing the following steps:
- Click Start -> Programs -> Control Panel.
- Double-click Add or Remove Programs.
- Select Add/Remove Windows Components.
- Click on the text for Management and Monitoring Tools and click Details.
- Click the check box for Simple Network Management Protocol and
click OK.
In addition, you should view the release notes for the master
console software (available on the IBM® support Web site) for the latest information.
You
can use the installation wizard to assist you in installing the master console
software.
Perform these steps to install the master console:
- Use the port assignment information and cabling options to cable the master
console.
- Use the IP configuration information to enter the host name and IP addresses.
- Start the installation wizard to install the master console software.
Important: It is strongly recommended that the master
console software be the only software installed on the hardware that you are
using for the master console.