DB2 Data Links Manager Quick Beginnings

Installing a DFS Client Enabler

A DFS Client Enabler can be installed using the db2setup utility, which is the recommended installation method, or it can be installed manually using SMIT.

To install a DFS Client Enabler using the db2setup utility:

1. Follow the instructions in Installing DB2 Data Links Manager on AIX Using the db2setup Utility to start the installation process.
2. When the DB2 Setup Utility window appears, select the Install option and press Enter. The Install DB2 V7 window opens.
3. Highlight any DB2 client product and select Customize.
4. Select DFS Client Enabler from the list of components and press Enter to continue.

To install a DFS Client Enabler manually using SMIT:

1. Log in as a user with root authority.
2. Insert and mount the appropriate CD-ROM.
3. Enter the smit command.
4. Select Software Installation and Maintenance --> Install and Update Software --> Install and Update from LATEST Available Software.
5. Specify the input device or directory for the installation media, or click List to display all input devices or directories.
6. Click LIST next to the SOFTWARE to install field to display a list of filesets. The Multi-select List window opens.
7. Select the DFS Client Enabler fileset (db2_07_01.dfsc) and click OK.
8. Click OK again to begin the installation process.

After installation finishes, you must run the following command:

   /usr/lpp/db2_07_01/bin/dlfscm_setup

You do not have to run this command if you used the db2setup utility to install your DFS Client Enabler.