Installation problems with VMware ESX

If you experience problems when installing IBM® InfoSphere® Information Server on a VMware ESX virtual computer, make sure that your system is not overloaded.

Symptoms

When you attempt the installation, one or more of the following problems occurs:
  • The system performs slowly, and the installation takes a much longer time than expected.
  • IBM Db2® installation fails because not all ports are available.
  • IBM WebSphere® Application Server installation fails because not all ports are available.

Causes

The target system is overloaded.

Environment

  • Linux® (SUSE, Red Hat)
  • Microsoft Windows

Resolving the problem

Reduce the load on the system, and try the installation again.