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Whether you install Mac OS X Server on a single server or a
cluster of servers, there are tools and processes to help the
installation and deployment succeed.
Some computers come with Mac OS X Server software already installed.
Other computers need the server software installed. For example, installing
Mac OS X Server v10.6 on a computer with Mac OS X makes the computer a server
with Mac OS X Server.
Installing Mac OS X Server v10.6 on Mac OS X Server v10.2–v10.5 upgrades the server
software to v10.6.
This chapter includes instructions for a fresh installation of Mac OS X Server v10.6
using a variety of methods.
Installation Overview
You’ve already planned and decided how many and what kind of servers you are
going to install.
Step 1: Conrm you meet the requirements
Make sure your target server meets the minimum system requirements. For more
information see:
“ Â System Requirements for Installing Mac OS X Server” on page 81
“ Â Hardware-Specic Instructions for Installing Mac OS X Server” on page 81
Step 2: Gather your information
Gather all the information you need before you begin. This helps to make sure the
installation goes smoothly, and helps you make planning decisions.
For planning your installation, see:
Chapter  2, “Planning Server Usage,” on page 24
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Installation and Deployment