How to Quickly Install the Solaris 10 1/06 OS
How to Quickly Install the Solaris 10 1/06 OS
This How to Guide instructs users unfamiliar with Solaris 10 installation on how to install the Solaris 10 OS on a Sun supported x64 or x86 system. This step-by-step guide, complete with screen shots, takes users through the installation process, in 25 simple steps. Novice users should be able to complete a Solaris 10 1/06 Operating System installation on a standalone x64 or x86 system using the instructions in this guide
Installation Assumptions
This guide makes several assumptions, including:
While this guide is most appropriate for a stand-alone system that does not have a network connection, it can also be used as a step-by-step installation procedure for networked systems—systems with an IP address that are connected to a network infrastructure—assuming network configuration information is available.
Basic System Requirements
Verify the computer system meets the following requirements. Note the requirements below are recommended minimums. While it is possible to install the Solaris OS on a system with less disk capacity and CPU speed, it is not recommended.
Obtaining Media for the x64 or x86 Platform
The Solaris 10 OS 1/06 release is available via download from the Sun Web site.
Download and burn the CDs or DVDs.
Power Up and Media Boot
The following procedure can be used whether another operating system is already running on the system, or for installation on a new system.
Loading stage 2....
GNU GRUB version 0.95 ( xxK lower / xxK upper memory)
Installing the Solaris 10 1/06 Operating System
The Solaris 10 1/06 Operating System install and boot process is based on the GNU GRUB loader. Therefore, the messages displayed throughout this process are unique to the GRUB loader and are different than in prior Solaris installations.
Identifying the Console
The next step in the installation process is to select the type of console for the hardware version on which the Solaris OS is being installed. Use the arrow keys to select the version of the Solaris OS that matches the hardware configuration. For most x64 and x86 systems, this is the default selection.
[Two serial console options are available in the event a headless rack-mounted system is in use and a serial port is needed as an interface to a serial console. For older x64 and x86 systems, such as the Sun Fire LX50, Sun Fire V60x, or Sun Fire V65x servers, select Solaris Serial Console ttyb].
Edit functions include using the arrow key to select or highlight an entry, the e key to edit a command, or the c key for a command line. Pressing the Enter key, boot the version of operating system selected. The highlighted entry boots in 60 seconds even if a key is not pressed. Note that prompts do not appear during the boot process. If a selection is not made, the screen times out and the system automatically boots the Solaris OS.
Solaris
Solaris Serial Console ttya (headless and rack-mounted systems only)
Solaris Serial Console ttyb (for1x50, v60x and v65x)
Selecting the Type of Installation
After the enter key is pressed, the following message is displayed:
Booting 'Solaris'
kernel /boot/multiboot kernel/unix -B install_media=cdrom
Multiboot-elf...
Once the first modules are loaded, six installation options are presented. Select an option, using the arrow keys or space bar as appropriate, or let the counter time out to automatically select the default installation method.
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Configuring devices.
1. Solaris Interactive (default)
2. Custom JumpStart
3. Solaris Interactive Text (Desktop session)
4. Solaris Interactive Text (console session)
5. Apply driver updates
6. Single user shell
Automatically continuing in xx seconds
(timeout)
When the first option is selected, or the counter times out, the following output is displayed. Keep in mind that the hardware information displayed, such as "bge0", may differ from the exact data displayed below and that each step can take up to a couple of minutes to complete.
Solaris Interactive
Using install cd in /dev/dsk/c1t0d0p0
Using RPC Bootparams for network configuration information.
Attempting to configure interface bge0...
Skipped interface bge0...
Beginning system identification...
Searching for configuration files(s)...
Search complete.
Proposed Window System Configuration for Installation:
Video Devices: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Video Drivers: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Resolution/Colors: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Screen Size: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Monitor Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Keyboard Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Pointing Device: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Press <ENTER> to accept proposed configuration
or <ESC> to change proposed configuration
or <SPACE> to pause
<<< timeout in 30 seconds>>>
When the system times out or the ENTER key is pressed, the system switches to graphics mode and continues with the next section of the installation unless the ESC key is pressed. If the ESC key is pressed, a text-based screen is presented for changing the hardware selection and other options.Once the configuration is tested successfully the screen returns to the graphic installation.
System Configuration
A series of screens guide you through the Solaris OS configuration process.NOTE: The graphical screens require a mouse to be rolled over the window in order to answer questions posed throughout the configuration process.
If the counter times out, or the ESC key is pressed instead of the ENTER key, a series of messages about the Solaris installation program is displayed. Navigate through them. When options are posed, use the arrow keys to highlight the desired choice, and press the F2 key to make selections.
Select a language for the system.
Select Language
0. English
1. French
2. German
3. Italian
4. Japanese
5. Korean
6. Simplified Chinese
7. Spanish
8. Swedish
9. Traditional Chinese
Please make a choice (0-9), or press h or ? for help:
The welcome screen appears. Click Next> to continue the installation process. Keep in mind the installation program checks the configuration entered. If the configuration information supplied is incorrect, the system will ask for the correct information to be re-entered on the appropriate screens.
The Network Connectivity screen appears. If the system is attached to a home broadband connection, most of the default options will be correct. Simply select the Networked option and DHCP Server on the next screens and follow the remainder of this guide. If the system is attached to an office LAN, ask the system administrator if a DHCP server can be used. If so, select the Networked option and DHCP Server from the next screen, and follow the remainder of this guide.
However, if a DHCP server cannot be used, obtain the following information before proceeding.
Click on the Networked button, followed by the Next button.
The DHCP configuration screen appears. If you plan to use a DHCP server, select Yes, click Next> and proceed to step 11. If a DHCP server cannot be used, select No, click Next>>.
The welcome screen appears. Click Next> to continue the installation process. Keep in mind the installation program checks the configuration entered. If the configuration information supplied is incorrect, the system will ask for the correct information to be re-entered on the appropriate screens.
Enter a hostname for the system and click Next>. This example uses the hostname cancun.
Hostname for bge0
Enter a hostname which...
Host Name for bge0:
cancun
<Back Next>
Enter the IP address for the system. The IP address 192.168.1.1 is used in this example.
IP Address for bge0
Enter Internet Protocol (IP)...
IP Address for bge0: 192.168.1.1
<Back Next>
Netmask bge0
On this screen you must...
Netmask bge0:
255.255.255.0
<Back Next>
Disable IPv6 for the network interface by selecting No and clicking Next>.
IPv6 for bge0
Specify whether or not you want
to enable IPv6...
Enable IPv6 for bge0:
0 Yes
0 No
<Back Next>
If network information is not being entered manually, proceed to step 13.
If network information is being entered manually, the following step appears.
Configure the system to automatically detect a default router. Select Detect one and click Next>.
Set the Default router for bge0
The default router provides a
bridge...
0 Detect one
0 Specify one
0 None
<Back Next>
Next, indicate that naming services should not be configured. Select None and click Next>.
Next, set the time zone for the system. This example sets the time zone by specifying the geographic region. Select Geographic and click Next>.
Next, select the continent and country. Detailed information on the exact location is requested. For example, selecting Americas results in a screen that lists all time zones in the Americas. Select the appropriate time zone and click Next>.
Next, set the date and time and click Next>. A date and time is automatically displayed. If correct, click Next>. If adjustments are needed, make corrections in the text boxes and click Next>.
Set the root password. Note the password typed remains invisible. Re-enter the password in the second box and click Next>.
Finally, a summary of the configuration information provided is presented. Verify all the information is correct and click Confirm>. Remember that different information appears if network information is entered manually or if a DHCP server is used.
Confirm Information
Selection Information
Hostname: cancun
IP Address: 192.168.1.1
System part of a subnet: Yes
Netmask: 255.255.255.0
Enable IPv6: No
Default Route: Autodetect Default
Name Service: None
Enable Kerberos: No
Timezone: US/Pacific
<Back Confirm>
Solaris Installation
At this point, you will see a window with the Solaris logo. Simply click Next> to begin the installation process. Note the system displays information on the Solaris Install Console.
First, set the installer options. Specify the system should reboot automatically at the end of the installation process, and the CD or DVD should be ejected. Select Yes for both options and click Next>.
A pop-up window appears. Click on OK and continue.
Next, specify the media from which to perform the installation. Select CD/DVD and click Next>.
The system begins the installation process for the first time. This process takes a few seconds.
When displayed, read the license agreement. If the terms of the agreement are acceptable, click on Accept and Next> to continue the installation process.
Next, select Initial Install and click Next>.
Next, select Custom Install and click Next>.
If you prefer to install using all of the default options, proceed to the section entitled Ready to Install, step 18 of this guide. Otherwise, continue with steps nine through 17 below.
Next, localize the software, if desired. Click on the > character to expand a geographic region. Select the appropriate localization(s). Click Next> to continue. Keep in mind the Languages CD is required to install the localization. The following example localizes the system for Spanish.
Select Software Localizations
Select the geographic regions...
Northern Africa
Eastern Europe
Southern Europe
...
<Back Next> Exit>
Select the appropriate locale, then click Next>.
Select System Locale
Select the initial locale to
be used...
North America
0 Spanish (Mexico, ISO...
POSIX
0 English (POSIX...
Back Next> Exit>
Next, select the software products needed and click Next>. Remember the distribution CDs or DVDs containing the software are required to carry out the installation
Select Products
Select the products you would...
Solaris 10 Extra Value Software
Solaris 10 Documentation
Java Enterprise System
Solaris Software Companion CD
<Back Next> Exit>
Next, select any additional software needed and click Next>. Remember the distribution CDs or DVDs containing the software are required to carry out the installation.
Additional Products
To scan for additional...
Web Start Ready products scan
location
0 None
0 CD/DVD
0 Local or Network File System
<Back Next> Exit>
Group selection depends on how the system is to be used. This example installs the Entire Group (the default option), and does not customize it. Select the Entire Group option and click Next>.
Select Solaris Software Group
Select a Solaris software group to install:
Solaris Software Default Custom Size(MB)
Entire Group Plus OEM 0 0 3438.7
Entire Group 0 0 3438.7
Developer Group 0 0 3331.5
End User Group 0 0 2482.3
Core Group 0 0 363.3
Reduced Networking Group 0 0 339.5
<Back Next> Exit>
Select the boot disk. If the system contains more than one disk, select a disk from the list on the left hand side of the screen and click Next>.
Disk Selection
Select which disk you want...
Available Selected Disk
Add>>
<<Remove
<Back Next> Exit>
Select disk for custom partitioning, if desired. The disks listed are those selected in the previous step. If it is important to have multiple partitions on a single disk, select the disk to modify. Partitioning can be useful if there is a need to keep the operating system separated from user files. This example assumes the disk is either already partitioned in an appropriate way, or that the entire disk can be used for the Solaris OS. Click Next> to continue.
Select Disks for fdisk Partition
Customization
On the next panel(s), you can...
Please select the disk(s) to
customize...
0 c0d0
<Back Next> Exit>
If an existing file system needs to be preserved, select Yes in the next window. Otherwise, select No. Click Next> to continue.
Preserve Data
At least one of the disks...
0 Yes
0 No
<Back Next> Exit>
The default file system layout is usually appropriate for most systems. Slight modifications, such as adding swap space and removing the /export/home directory, can be useful. If modifications to the file system layout are needed, select modify. A new window appears. Change the values as needed. The example that follows removes the /export/home directory, adjusts the swap size to 2048 MB, and adds the remaining space to the root directory. This results in the following file system layout. Click OK. The changes are reflected in the previous window. Click Next> to continue. Note that customizing the configuration may result in a different message.
Disk c0d0
Slice File System Size
0 / 36101
1 swap 2048
[OK] [Apply] [Reset] [Cancel]
Verify the information and click Install Now.
Verify the information and click Install Now. An installation progress bar appears. After a few minutes the bar reaches 100 percent. The system asks if it should Pause or Reboot. Be sure the system reboots from the internal hard disk. Note that some systems pull in the CD/DVD tray upon reboot. If this happens, simply remove the CD or DVD from the tray and reboot the system.
As the system starts to reboot, open the CD/DVD tray and remove the CD/DVD. This ensures the system boots from the internal hard disk. Failure to do so causes the installation process to restart.
The GNU GRUB screen appears. Highlight the Solaris option and press the enter key. The system reboots.
The first time the system boots, a question is displayed in text mode on-screen asking if the NFS protocol should be overridden. Accept the default (No) and let the boot process continue.
If an install is being performed from CD, the system presents an install screen stating the installer is ready to launch. Click on the install button. The screen changes to a blue pattern as the installer is launched. Once the installer is up and running, a Solaris screen appears asking if the next CD should be installed. Click on the install button. If a blank screen appears during the installation process, a monitor timeout has likely occurred. Move the mouse to restore the screen.
The process is repeated for all remaining CDs. A final reboot is required after the last CD is installed.
The Solaris 10 1/06 Operating System is now installed on the system.
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