The Solaris Installation Prechecklist
Before you begin installing the OS, it’s important to make sure you have everything you’ll need. Adequate planning and preparation will save you time and trouble later. I recommend completing the installation worksheet in Table 6.4 so that all of the information you’ll need is handy during the installation.
| Network | Is the system connected to a network? | Yes/No |
|---|---|---|
| Hostname | Hostname for the system. The name for the system. Hostnames should be short, easy to spell, and lowercase, and they should have no more than 64 characters. If the system is on a network, the hostname should be unique. | |
| DHCP | Will the system use the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to configure its ... |
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