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Installation on x86, AMD64,
Intel 64, and Itanium
This chapter describes the steps necessary to prepare for the installation of SUSE Linux
Enterprise Server on x86, AMD64, Intel 64, and Itanium computers. It introduces the
steps required to prepare for various installation methods and provides useful informa-
tion. The list of hardware requirements provides an overview of supported systems
supported by SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. Find information about available installa-
tion methods and several common known problems. Also learn how to control the in-
stallation, provide installation media, and boot with regular methods.
2.1 Required Background
To keep the scope of these guidelines manageable, certain technical assumptions have
been made. It is assumed that:
• You have some computer experience and are familiar with common technical terms.
• You are familiar with the documentation for your system and the network on which
it runs.
• You have a basic understanding of Linux systems.
For an overview of the documentation available for your product and the latest docu-
mentation updates, refer to http://www.novell.com/documentation.
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