This chapter explains how to install the OpenVMS Alpha and
I64 operating systems. It includes sample output similar to what
you might see during an installation and explains how to respond
to the prompts.
If you purchased a system with the operating system preinstalled,
then most of the information in this chapter does not apply. The
first time you power up your preinstalled system, you will be prompted
to enter only that information necessary to customize your installation.
Refer to the documentation provided with your system.
This chapter includes the procedures for booting the OpenVMS
operating system kit. These procedures differ significantly between
Alpha and Itanium-based systems. For additional information about booting
Alpha systems, see
Halt, Boot, and Shutdown Procedures for OpenVMS Alpha Systems.
Information about setting up and booting Itanium-based systems is
located in
Setting Up, Booting, and Shutting Down HP Integrity Server Systems. If you
are installing OpenVMS for the first time, refer to the appropriate
appendix.
Once the system kit is booted, the procedures for installing
OpenVMS Alpha and OpenVMS I64 are very similar.
This chapter is organized into sections and steps that describe
the major tasks for installing OpenVMS, in the order in which these
tasks must be performed.
Installation Checklist includes a checklist that you can use to make sure you
perform all the installation tasks described in this chapter.
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