ZENworks Linux Management requires either a PostgreSQL or Oracle database for the ZENworks Data Store. During installation of the ZENworks Primary Server, you are asked whether you want the installation program to create a new PostgreSQL database on the primary server or use an existing PostgreSQL or Oracle database located on either the primary server or another network server.
If you want to create a new PostgreSQL database on the primary server, you can skip the remainder of this section and continue with Installing the ZENworks Primary Server.
If you plan to use an existing PostgreSQL or Oracle database, you need to complete the tasks in the following sections before you install your primary server.
You need to create a new database instance to use for the ZENworks Data Store. If necessary, refer to your database documentation for instructions. Keep the following in mind when you create the database instance:
After you create the database, you don't need to perform any configuration. The ZENworks installation program creates the required database tables and configures the database to support ZENworks data.
This section applies only if you are using an Oracle database for your ZENworks Data Store. If not, skip to the next section, Gathering the Database Information.
ZENworks Servers require an Oracle client to communicate with the Oracle database. You need to install the following RPMs on the primary server and any secondary servers:
You can obtain these drivers directly from the Oracle Web site.
You should download the newest version of the drivers. On the Oracle web page under the Platform Downloads section, click the Linux x86 download link. Follow the prompts to download the appropriate files.
You must be ready to provide the following information during installation of the primary server: