Managing Software Changes (G06.24+)

Software Installation Planning
Managing Software Changes—427169-003
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Task 3: Create an Installation Plan
Step 1: Check to See if the SPR Has Been Superseded
Check to see if the SPR has been superseded by a more recent SPR. If it has, review
the SID or softdoc of the superseding SPR to determine which SPR provides the
greater benefit.
Step 2: Evaluate Requisite SPRs
A requisite SPR provides specific functions or data that must be present in your
software configuration for one or more fixes or features in a requiring SPR to be fully
functional.
The softdoc describing an SPR lists any requisite SPRs. These SPRs can be for the
same product as the requiring SPR, but are typically for a different product.
For more information, see Evaluating Requisite SPRs on page 3-12.
If you are using Scout for NonStop Servers, you can submit a search request for
requisite SPRs, as described in the Scout for NonStop Servers User’s Guide.
Task 3: Create an Installation Plan
Review these documents:
•
Manuals in the TIM User Documentation collection’s “Release and Migration
Information” folder
•
README file for the RVU (in the TIM Support collection)
Use this information to identify all of the installation tasks, such as creating startup
files, Obey files, security settings, and so on. Create an installation plan that describes
exactly what you have to do, including which SPRs you need to install.
Task 4: Obtain Needed SPRs
You can obtain SPRs through Scout for NonStop Servers or contact your local GCSC
or service provider.
Obtaining SPRs Through Scout for NonStop Servers
When you have decided which SPRs you need, you can either download them directly
to your workstation or request tape delivery (see the Scout for NonStop Servers User’s
Guide for details).
Task 5: Install the SPRs
Review the README file for the RVU. Install additional SPRs in a timely manner to
avoid encountering known problems that have already been resolved. When you install
an SPR, make sure you have all relevant information accumulated and examined
during your review and research phases. If you plan to install more than one SPR or