Software Package Builder 1.0 User's Guide

Getting Started with Software Package Builder
Getting Started Using the SPB GUI
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The results of the validation process appear on the Messages tab. If the
PSF is valid, the message Validation Status: PSF Passed
Validation appears. If it is invalid, you should debug the PSF as
directed by the information provided in the Policy Help tab.
Setting Attributes
Most attributes are optional; however, there are a few required
attributes. Setting optional attributes can help to provide more control
and precision when the software package is installed, updated, and
removed.
You can filter which attributes you want to display in the Attribute Table
by selecting to view only the required and currently set attributes.
To filter the attribute display
Step 1. Highlight any software element in the Package Structure.
Step 2. From the View menu, select Show Required or Set Attributes.
Step 3. View how the Attribute Table display has changed.
The required attributes that you may have entered, along with any
pre-set, default attribute display.
To set attributes
Step 1. Highlight a software element in the Package Structure.
Its associated Attribute Table displays.
Step 2. In the Attribute Table, click in the desired Attribute Value field and
input valid data.
TIP At any time, you may select the Policy Help tab to review packaging
policy information for the attribute you have currently selected.
Step 3. Press
Enter.
Step 4. Verify you have entered a valid attribute value by looking in the
Messages tab.
Step 5. Continue this process until you have entered all desired attribute values.