Downloading and starting the IBM Installation Manager
You can use the IBM Installation Manager to install IBM applications on Windows, UNIX, or Linux environments from a single interface. You can install applications in
either Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based mode or text-based mode.
Installing the JDK and your application server
IBM provides the IBM WebSphere Application Server as part
of your Sterling Order ManagementSterling Configure, Price, QuoteCommerce Call Center purchase, should you wish to use it as your application
server. Alternatively, you can use other application server products,
as specified in the System Requirements. The Java™ Development Kit (JDK) is shipped with your
application server.
Installing and configuring the database
If you are planning a sharded database installation, you may deploy to multiple database
vendors, but the version across all deployments must be the same.