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Install CA Enterprise Log Manager on the Virtual Machine

Use this procedure to install CA Enterprise Log Manager on a virtual machine that you created previously.

You can configure a virtual or dedicated CA Enterprise Log Manager server after installation to serve in one of several functional roles such as management, collection, or reporting. If you install a CA Enterprise Log Manager management server, do not use it to receive event logs or to run queries and reports. Install separate virtual CA Enterprise Log Manager servers to act as reporting and collection servers for the best performance.

Review the normal installation instructions before installing CA Enterprise Log Manager in a virtual environment. The installation worksheet helps you to gather the information you need.

To install CA Enterprise Log Manager on a virtual machine

1. Load your CA Enterprise Log Manager OS Install disk in the physical DVD-ROM drive, or locate the directory where you copied the installation image.
2. Highlight your virtual machine in the virtual machine inventory list, right-click on it, and select Power On.
3. Proceed with the normal CA Enterprise Log Manager installation.
4. Configure the installed CA Enterprise Log Manager server for the functional role you intend, using the information in the section on installing a CA Enterprise Log Manager server.

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