Alternate installation device
This information describes setup and disabling guidelines for an alternate i5/OS® installation device If you use an alternate installation device, ensure that the device is set up and enabled. You will need the following media:
- Media containing Licensed Internal Code that matches the level on your installation media. IBM recommends that you use your IBM-supplied Licensed Internal Code media. Tape or DVD-RAM media can also be used.
- Tape or optical Installation media.
The following topics pertain to the setup and use of an alternate installation device.
- Overview: Alternate installation device
You can perform i5/OS installation and recovery procedures by using the primary installation device along with an alternate installation device that you define.
- Setting up an alternate installation device
Before you use an alternate i5/OS installation device, certain requirements must be met.
- Disabling an alternate installation device
Certain situations might require that an alternate i5/OS installation device be disabled.
- Verifying and selecting an alternate installation device during a manual installation
To verify and select an alternate installation device during an i5/OS manual installation, follow these procedures.
Parent topic:
Installation devices and media