The ifcli command accepts a build definition XML file as input and invokes the IBM Installation Factory for WebSphere Application Server processing engine. The processing engine interprets the XML file, locates the product source files and maintenance packages, and then creates a customized installation package (CIP) or integrated installation package (IIP). The command runs on any supported operating system.
The ifcli tool is also referred to as the command-line interface tool or the command-line invocation tool for the Installation Factory.
See the Readme for IBM Installation Factory for WebSphere Application Server page for details on supported platforms and other information.
The ifcli command creates a build log file that shows whether the installation image is produced successfully. If it is not successfully built, then examine the trace file to determine the error.
The following files record installation package creation data:
The tracing and logging output and level are configurable as described in the logLevel and traceLevel parameters.
Using the installation package to install the product
Use the Installation Factory installer program for WebSphere Application Server products to install an installation package for a WebSphere Application Server product. Each supported product has its own installer program. See the install command documentation for more information.