Chapter 3. Installing DB2
Now that you have an overview of DB2, the next step is to install it. In this chapter we walk you through the DB2 installation process on the Linux, UNIX, and Windows (LUW) platforms with step-by-step instructions. For the latest information about DB2 installation system requirements, see
http://www.ibm.com/software/data/db2/9/sysreqs.html.
In this chapter you will learn about:
The DB2 installation methods
Non-root installation on Linux and UNIX
The user IDs and groups required to install DB2
Installing DB2 using the DB2 Setup Wizard
Installing DB2 using the Silent install method
Installing DB2 licenses
Installing multiple DB2 copies on the same server
Installing DB2 Fix Packs
Migrating from DB2 Version 8 to DB2 9
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