Using Serviceguard Extension for RAC, 5th Edition, June 2007

Serviceguard Configuration for Oracle 9i RAC
Installing Serviceguard Extension for RAC
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Installing Serviceguard Extension for RAC
Installing Serviceguard Extension for RAC includes updating the
software and rebuilding the kernel to support high availability cluster
operation for Oracle Real Application Clusters.
Prior to installing Serviceguard Extension for RAC, the following must
be installed:
• Correct version of HP-UX
• Correct version of Serviceguard
NOTE For the most current version compatibility for Serviceguard and HP-UX,
see the Serviceguard Extension for RAC support matrix located at
http://docs.hp.com -> High Availability -> Serviceguard Extension for
Real Application Clusters-> Support Matrixes.
To install Serviceguard Extension for RAC, use the following steps for
each node:
1. Mount the distribution media in the tape drive, CD, or DVD reader.
2. Run Software Distributor, using the swinstall command.
3. Specify the correct input device.
4. Choose the following bundle from the displayed list:
Serviceguard Extension for RAC
5. After choosing the bundle, select OK. The software is loaded.