Use this task to prepare to install and customize WebSphere Application Server for z/OS for the first time.
Before you begin
Print and review Steps for creating your implementation plan. Assemble a team of people to install and configure the product. Be sure that the team has the skills needed to plan, install, and configure WebSphere Application Server for z/OS. See Determining your skill needs for more information.Why and when to perform this task
Prepare z/OS subsystems and do the other tasks in this section before you start installation, preparation, and customization. Additionally, you must determine important information about WebSphere Application Server for z/OS and z/OS subsystems before you start customization. By planning your installation and customization, you can avoid actions that may cause problems in the future.Steps for this task
What to do next
When you have finished the planning process, you are ready to begin installing the product. See Preparing the base z/OS environment.