Before starting, verify that the following base components are installed and configured for Expere:
- Verify conformance with hardware requirements (see Appendix A)
- Verify operating system configuration (see Appendix A)
- Verify database configuration (see Appendix A)
- Test database connections using TNS ping on Oracle Net Manager
- Create required user and administrative accounts at the operating system and database levels (see Appendix A)
Note: As you advance through the installation process, you will create filenames and passwords. Document all filenames and passwords with the checklist in the back of this guide (see Appendix C).
Step 1: Assemble all components required for installation
- If installing the Expere Authoring Environment, assemble the Expere Installation Package for the Expere Authoring Environment (located on the Expere installation media. Consult the Expere Authoring Guide for further information).
- Workstation from which to perform installation and content load
- Oracle client
Note: Does not apply if using MS SQL.
Step 2: Verify Infrastructure Configuration
