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Run the CA RCM Installer

The CA RCM server supports the analytical functions of the DNA and DM client applications, conducts data import/export, and runs certification campaigns and other functions of the CA RCM web portal.

To install CA RCM server in a WebSphere/AIX environment, you first run the CA RCM server installer on a Windows platform. The installer creates customized .ear files and configuration files. You must copy these files to the WebSphere platform and use them to install the CA RCM server.

The CA RCM installer also performs the following installation and configuration steps:

• Installation of CA RCM databases and data tables on the SQL database server you specify.
• Installation of Workpoint components: you can choose to install a local instance of Workpoint server on the Windows computer, or generate .ear files you use to install Workpoint server on WebSphere.

Note: The installation worksheet lists all the parameter values that you must enter. Refer to it during installation to avoid errors.

To run the CA RCM installer

1. Verify that the SQL server which will host CA RCM databases is running.
2. Run the InstCARCM.exe installation program you prepared earlier.

   The CA RCM installer opens.

3. Select the language you want for the CA RCM portal, which is a web-based interface for CA RCM.

   Note: The language you select affects only the portal interface. It does not affect this installation or any other CA RCM component.

4. Supply information for database creation:

   In the Microsoft SQL server screen, specify the database server host name/IP address. Specify which SQL server instance to use on the host:

   • Use the host's unnamed default instance, communicating through standard port 1433.
   • Use another instance, identified by name or communications port.

   In the Microsoft SQL Server Credentials screen, enter the username and password you defined for CA RCM access to the SQL server.

   In the Database Parameters screen, enter the names of the CA RCM databases that the installer creates.

   Important! We strongly recommend use of the default database names. CA RCM database names cannot contain the hyphen (-) character.

5. (Upgrade only) When you upgrade from a previous version, you may be prompted to approve updates to the CA RCM database schema. These changes affect only the database schema, and do not overwrite existing data. Click OK to accept these necessary changes.
6. The Report database lets you share CA RCM data with third-party reporting and analysis tools such as Pentaho Data Integration (Kettle) or Business Objects. To create the report database during installation, select the Use Report Database option and specify a name for the database. You can install the report database later if it becomes necessary.

   Important! We strongly recommend use of the default database names. CA RCM database names cannot contain the hyphen (-) character.

7. Specify the application server(s) you want CA RCM to use:

   In the Application Server screen, choose the WebSphere option and enter the host name/IP address of the WebSphere Application Server. Click Next.

   In the Workpoint Server Host screen, choose one of the following:

   • This machine - install a dedicated instance of Workpoint server on the target server together with the CA RCM server. This Workpoint instance includes configuration and components specific to CA RCM.
   • Remote machine - specify another Workpoint server instance.

   Refer to your installation worksheet for these settings.

8. Licensing prompts for third-party software appear in the Assembly Utility window. Accept the licensing agreements.

   The installer assembles a customized installation package.

9. Review your installation choices, then click Install.

   The installer runs the customized installation package.

More information:

Prepare the Installation Package for Installation