Installing Sterling B2B Integrator by using the IBM Installation Manager

While using the IBM Installation manager, you can install Sterling B2B Integrator by using the graphical user interface (GUI) mode or by using a response file.

When you use the IBM Installation Manager to install Sterling B2B Integrator, you can do it in the following ways:

Use the GUI to install.
Use the response file for a silent install.

Note: The process for a silent install is the same as for installing with the GUI with some additional steps to configure the response files. You must complete the Prerequisites and the Preparations first. Then install by using the response file.

Table 1. Installing by using IIM
Step	GUI	Silent Install
Prerequisites for installing Sterling B2B Integrator	Complete the following steps: Preparing the servers Downloading installation items Configuring the database Installing IBM MQ	Complete the following steps: Preparing the servers Downloading installation items Configuring the database Installing IBM MQ Creating a response file
Preparing for Installation	Complete the following steps: Complete the Installation checklist Saving the installation files Set up The IBM Installation Manager (IIM)	Complete the following steps: Complete the Installation checklist Saving the installation files Set up The IBM Installation Manager (IIM)
Installing the Software	Complete the following steps: Go through the General installation and upgrade guidelines Installing with the IIM in GUI mode Validating the installation	Complete the following steps: Go through the General installation and upgrade guidelines Installing or updating using a response file Validating the installation
Post-installation configurations	Complete the post-installation configurations as applicable to your setup.	Complete the post-installation configurations as applicable to your setup.

Installation Process

Installing Sterling B2B Integrator by using IIM consists of the following main steps: