Minimizing error conditions

There can be some conditions that can cause errors and unanticipated results.

The following conditions can cause errors and unanticipated results.

• Product prerequisites that are not installed or used

• Install steps that are not followed
• Product usage guidelines and procedures that are not followed

These errors and unanticipated results occur primarily when the product is installed, configured, and used for the first time. As you become familiar with the features and behavior of the product, such errors can be reduced. The following sections make reference to information in the product library that help minimize errors and ensure successful installation, configuration, and operation of the software.

• Minimizing installation and configuration errors
  This section summarizes steps we can take before installing the product that minimize errors.
• Minimizing product operation errors
  Preventing product operation errors contributes to a successful and more efficient installation.

Parent topic: Introduction to troubleshooting