FAQs: Installation

• Which platforms are available for WebLogic Server?
• I downloaded the WebLogic Server installation file, but the installation program will not run. What should I do?
• Do I need to install WebLogic Server as root on Solaris?
• Can I run the Configuration Wizard outside the installer?
• I love the new domain configuration wizard. Can I create my own templates?

Q. Which platforms are available for WebLogic Server?

A. See the BEA WebLogic Server Supported Configurations page at http://e-docs.bea.com/wls/certifications/certs_810/index.html.

Q. I downloaded the WebLogic Server installation file, but the installation program will not run. What should I do?

A. The installation file may have been corrupted during the download. Run a checksum on the installation file and check with technical support for the proper values.

Q. Do I need to install WebLogic Server as root on Solaris?

A. No you don't need to be root, depending on directory permissions.

Q. Can I run the Configuration Wizard outside the installer?

A. Yes. You can start the Configuration Wizard from the Start menu or using a script in the utils directory. See Creating Domains and Servers in Configuring and Managing WebLogic Server.

Q. I love the new domain configuration wizard. Can I create my own templates?

A. Support for custom templates for the Configuration Wizard is coming soon. Currently, it is an undocumented, unsupported feature.