Configuring AIX® with the Installation Assistant

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On a system with an ASCII interface, the newly installed BOS reboots, and the Installation Assistant guides you through the configuration tasks.

You must have root user authority to use the Installation Assistant. To access the Installation Assistant later, type install_assist on the command line. You can also access it from a graphics system through the SMIT smit assist fast path.

If there are outstanding software license agreements that must be accepted before you can continue to use the machine, the Installation Assistant prompts you to view and accept these agreements.

The Installation Assistant guides you through the following configuration tasks:

Set the system date and time for your time zone.
Set a root user account password to restrict access to system resources.
Configure network communications.
Install software applications.
Using SMIT (information only).
Tasks Completed - Exit to Login.

The Install software applications option allows you to perform software management tasks immediately after a BOS installation. The following options are available:

Install and Update Software
Add License Passwords for Applications
Show Installed License Agreements

If you select Install and Update Software, the following menu displays:

                          Install and Update Software       
                                                            
Move cursor to desired item and press Enter.                
                                                            
  Install Software                                          
  Update Installed Software to Latest Level (Update All)    
  Install Software Bundle                                   
  Update Software by Fix (APAR)                             
  Install and Update from ALL Available Software

You can also access this SMIT menu by using the install_update fast path.