The recommended order of migration tasks for new installations is as follows:
Step |
Task |
1 |
Review the minimum system requirements mentioned in VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Support Matrix document. |
2 |
Install the operating system, including any prerequisites. Install the appropriate package groups for use with Network Configuration Manager. |
3 |
Ensure all firewalls adhere to the Communication security settings table mentioned in VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Security Configuration Guide. |
4 |
For Windows only: Enable Network Time Protocol (NTP). Copy the files included with the Network Configuration Manager distribution to a writeable directory, such as C:\Installers. Do not run the installer from a read-only file system, such as a CD or mounted ISO. If the installation must be done from a read-only file system, the Network Configuration Manager components must be installed individually. |
5 |
Install Network Configuration Manager version 9.4 If errors occur during installation, refer to the VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Troubleshooting Guide for a list of solutions. |
6 |
Configure Network Configuration Manager using instructions in the VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Installation Guide. |
7 |
Install Report and Compliance advisors using instructions in the VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Installation Guide |
8 |
Begin using Network Configuration Manager using the steps in Appendix A, “Getting Started with Network Configuration Manager” in the VMware Smart Assurance Network Configuration Manager Installation Guide. |
9 |
Perform migration as described in this document. |