Module 4: Installation

In this module we'll show you how to install and configure iPlanet Meta-Directory (iMD) 1.0. We'll also load up some sample data and get ready to demonstrate how to use the JoinEngine, which we'll do in the next module. iMD requires 2 other software products, the iPlanet Directory Server and Perl 5, so we'll also show you how to install these components.

Check system requirements

Download all software needed to install Meta-Directory

Install Perl 5

Install Directory Server 4.11

Install Management Center

Install the Join Engine

This module requires you to actually install and configure iMD on a test system. iMD is a complex product with many separate components, so it's easy to make mistakes during the installation process.

In order to complete this module sucessfully you MUST read and follow all instructions exactly.

4.1 Background Story
Mel and Sam continue their investigation of iPlanet Meta-Directory.
4.2 Preinstallation Planning
First we'll make sure your system has sufficient disk space and memory to run the demonstration.
4.3 Getting The Software
Then we'll download and uncompress the installation software.
4.4 Installing Perl 5
Go through this section even if you already have Perl on your system.
4.5 Installing The Directory Server
We'll install the iPlanet Directory Server version 4.1 using the default settings.
4.6 Configuring the Directory Server
We'll set up your directory server so you can add some ConnectorViews and the MetaView.
4.7 Loading Sample Data
We'll initialize the directory tree and load some sample data.
4.8 Installing Management Center
Management Center is the main administrative interface for MDS.
4.9 Installing The Join Engine
Step-by-step instructions for installing the Join Engine.
4.10 Quiz
Test your knowledge before proceeding.


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