The following information is needed for installing any of the Server Management components:
| Information Needed | Explanation |
|---|---|
eDirectory tree name |
You need only one tree for creating and managing ZENworks objects. If you have more than one eDirectory tree in your network, decide which one to use for ZENworks. For ease of management, you can create a "ZENworks" tree dedicated to only ZENworks objects. Then, when schema extensions are needed for ZENworks, they only need to be done on this dedicated tree. For more information on a dedicated ZENworks tree, see Novell eDirectory Requirement and "Using a ZENworks Tree" (in the ZENworks 6.5 Desktop Management Administration Guide). If you do not have eDirectory installed in your network (no NetWare servers), determine which Windows, Linux, or Solaris server you want to have eDirectory installed on. |
Installation machine |
To install to NetWare and Windows servers, decide if you will use a Windows workstation or a Windows server. You should identify your installation machine, because it needs to fulfill the minimum requirements listed in Installation Machine and Management Workstation Requirements. |
Server platforms |
These are the servers where you will install the Server Management components. Supported platforms include NetWare, Windows, Linux, and Solaris (depending on the component). For information on which Server Management components are supported on a particular server platform, see the table under Server Requirements. |
Target servers |
Identify the servers where you will install the Server Management components, and which components will be installed on each server. For more information, see Overview. |
Databases |
See Policy and Distribution Services Server Roles, Server Inventory Server Roles, and Management and Monitoring Services for information to help you determine where you want to install databases. |
The following sections provide the information you need to know that is specific to a component and its installation method: