This topic describes one of the installation options for a customized installation package (CIP) that includes the IBM® WebSphere® Application Server Express product and one or more maintenance packages. This topic describes how to use the installation wizard to upgrade a trial installation of the Express product to the full Express product.
This topics assumes that you have a CIP that contains the full Express product.
For information on creating a CIP, see Developing and installing customized installation packages.
Knowing which components to install and in what order to install them is important. Before starting this installation, read the "Planning the installation" topic in the WebSphere Application Server, Version 7.0 Information Center. The planning diagrams show typical topologies for the product. The solutions are also available through the Installation solution diagrams link in the launchpad. Also read the "Using the launchpad to start the installation" topic.
Perform the following installation to upgrade a trial installation to the full WebSphere Application Server - Express product.
This procedure results in upgrading a trial installation to the full WebSphere Application Server - Express product.
You can install the CIP again to add features or install maintenance. Or you can use the Profile Management Tool to create more standalone application servers.
See "Creating and Deleting Profiles" for more information.
If you have already created the topology that you require, try deploying an application in your environment.
See "Fast Paths for WebSphere Application Server" to get started deploying applications.
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