Installing

Learn about the different options to install or upgrade the rich client, the database server, the web access product, and setup the optional integration for HP Quality Center.

Installation and upgrade roadmap for DOORS and DWA
To successfully install or upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS), IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS - Web Access (DWA), or both, you must first prepare by gathering information and determining which steps to take.
Installation preparation for DOORS
Before you install IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS), prepare the installation and become familiar with the components to install.
Installing DOORS
Learn how to install IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS).
Installing DOORS for HP Quality Center Interface
With IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS) for HP Quality Center Interface you can synchronize data between DOORS and HP Quality Center, an integrated enterprise application for organizing and managing the entire testing process. DOORS for HP Quality Center Interface is available as a separate installer.
Installing DWA
Learn how to install IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS - Web Access (DWA).
Release notes for DOORS and DWA
Before you install or upgrade IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS), IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS - Web Access (DWA), or both, make sure that you are aware of the system requirements, installation instructions, and known issues. Also, be sure that you know how to contact IBM Software Support if needed.
Upgrading DOORS and DWA
Beginning with version 9.6.1, the IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS (DOORS) client is only available as a 64-bit client. To upgrade you must manually remove your existing DOORS client by uninstalling your existing version. To remove the interoperation server on Linux®, delete the existing files. If the DOORS database server or IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS - Web Access (DWA) is already installed on your system, the installers can upgrade your system to a new release; you simply install the new version. However, if DWA integrates with Jazz® Reporting Service or TRS consumer applications, such as IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization - Engineering Insights (ENI), you must copy Derby files from your previous installation.
Release notes