 | Configure a transfer specification file (.ats) to specify installation options. |
| | Run the installation tool in silent mode. |
| | Use a pre configured configuration file from another computer. |
| | Run the configuration tool in silent mode. |
Set up an unattended installation and configuration to
install an identical configuration across several computers on your network
automate the installation and configuration process by specifying options and settings for users
install and configure components in a UNIX or Linux environment that does not have XWindows
Before you set up an unattended installation and configuration, ensure that all the system requirements and prerequisites are met and that all other software that you need is installed and configured.
You can also set up an unattended uninstallation.
To set up an unattended installation and configuration, perform the following tasks:
Configure a transfer specification file (.ats) to specify installation options.
Run the installation tool in silent mode.
Use a pre configured configuration file from another computer.
Run the configuration tool in silent mode.
After you complete these tasks, ensure that the Cognos 8 installation directory on all computers is protected from unauthorized or inappropriate access. Then you will be ready to use Cognos 8.
