Procedure for installing GPFS on AIX nodes

These installation procedures are generalized for all levels of GPFS. Ensure you substitute the correct numeric value for the modification (m) and fix (f) levels, where applicable. The modification and fix level are dependent upon the current level of program support.

Follow these steps to install the GPFS software using the installp command:
  1. Accepting the electronic license agreement
  2. Creating the GPFS directory
  3. Creating the GPFS installation table of contents file
  4. Installing the GPFS man pages
  5. Installing GPFS over a network
  6. Verifying the GPFS installation