Introduction - HP -UX 11i Installation And Update Manual

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Preparing for Software Migration

Introduction

Introduction
This guide describes migrating HP 9000 systems to HP-UX 11i. This new
version of HP-UX delivers hardware enablement, software functionality,
and bundles of important HP-UX applications in Operating
Environments. HP-UX 11i Operating Environments (OEs) are
introduced in the Read Before Installing or Updating to HP-UX 11i
booklet supplied with the HP-UX 11i OE CDs.
HP-UX 11i is the recommended next-level enterprise release for all
HP-UX systems currently running HP-UX 10.x and 11.0.
This manual deals only with the software steps required to update your
HP-UX operating system. For hardware upgrades, either see the
documentation included with your hardware or consult your HP Support
Engineer.
Be sure to review this entire guide before proceeding to install or update
your system. If you plan to update to HP-UX 11i rather than cold-install
it, carefully review Appendix B for situations that may apply to your
system.
If you have just received a system that was ordered with "Instant
Ignition," the HP-UX 11i Operating Environment has already been
installed. You do not need to re-install it.
Here's an overview of this guide and migration process shown on the
next page:
• Chapter 1— Prepare for migration to HP-UX 11i. Assess your system
and select the migration path, either cold-installation or update. Back
up your current system and, if needed, create an install depot or
archive. Order and install any additional hardware and software.
• Chapter 2— Migrate to HP-UX 11i using either cold-installation or
update.
• Chapter 3— Verify the migration.
• Chapter 4— Update other applications, as needed.
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