9
Setting up RMS
9.1 Introduction
This chapter describes how to set up RMS and carry out routine operations. The
information is organized as follows:
• Planning the installation (see Section 9.2).
• Starting RMS and configuring the system (see Section 9.3).
• Carrying out day-to-day operations and establishing backup and archive procedures
(see Section 9.4).
• Customizing RMS (see Section 9.5).
• Dealing with log files (see Section 9.6).
9.2 Installation Planning
Before you install RMS, think about how the resources of the system will be used and
who is going to use them. Ask yourself the following questions:
• Will the system be open to anyone to use or is it for a specific group of users?
• Will the machine run a constant workload or do you expect cyclical patterns in usage,
for example, a prime shift versus evenings and weekends?
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