HP-UX 11i v3 Installation and Update Guide, March 2012

Preparing to cold-install
The following sections describe the initial steps you should take before proceeding with your
installation. Also included is a graphic overview of the cold-install process.
CAUTION: The cold-install process overwrites everything on all disks selected to participate in
the installation. Make sure you have reviewed and completed the steps in “Backing up your system”
(page 22).
Completing the preliminary tasks
Before you cold-install HP-UX 11i v3, make sure that:
• You have assessed the current state of your system and have met all the requirements described
in Chapter 2: “Assessing your system and meeting system requirements” (page 9).
• You have chosen the most appropriate installation methods and sources described in Chapter 3:
“Choosing your installation methods” (page 16)
• You have completed the steps (especially backing up your system) and have reviewed the
special situations described in Chapter 4: “Before you begin” (page 21).
Reviewing the cold-install process
Figure 1 (page 34) shows the overall process of cold-installing HP-UX 11i v3 from local media.
You can also cold-install HP-UX 11i v3 from network depots and from golden images. For more
information on these alternative methods of cold-installing, see “Choosing an installation source”
(page 19).
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