Time considerations for installing Network Deployment
Before you install WAS for iSeries, use this time table to plan enough time for each step of the process. These times are approximate. Depending on your server, the process may take more or less time.
Note: The installation of WAS requires at least one initial program load (IPL or restart) of the server (to install PTFs), so plan appropriately.
| Task | Estimated time |
|---|---|
| Planning the installation | |
| Reading Release Notes and migration instructions, and verifying hardware and software prerequisites. | 1-2 hours |
| Obtaining the product and current fixes. | up to 2 weeks |
| Install Network Deployment. | |
| Install the OS/400 cumulative PTF package. | 1-2 hours |
| Install WAS on your iSeries server. Dependent on the method used. Installing the product from the CD-ROM drive of your iSeries server takes less time than installing it from a remote workstation. | 45-120 minutes |
| Install Network Deployment on your iSeries server. Dependent on the method used. Installing the product from the CD-ROM drive of your iSeries server takes less time than installing it from a remote workstation. | 45-120 minutes |
| Install WAS Group PTF. Dependent on your system. | Up to 2 hours |
| Configure WAS instance. | 30-60 minutes |
| Configure and starting the Network Deployment domain. | 30 minutes |
| Verifying the installation. | 10 minutes |
