Deploying System Manager Software-Only ISO image using the OS console

Last Updated : Nov 19, 2025 |

About this task

Use this procedure to deploy the System Manager ISO image in a Software-Only environment.

Note:

The deployment of Avaya Aura® applications as software only is available but a restricted offer for net new deployments and requires Avaya Aura® BU approval before proceeding. If you have a business requirement to deploy Avaya Aura® as software only, please get in touch with your Avaya Sales team. Existing customers using software only deployments continue to be supported.

Before you begin

  • Create an operating system instance.

    For information, see Preparing for software-only deployments.

  • Copy the installer and check the environment.

    For information, see Checking the environment.

Procedure

  1. Log on to the RHEL instance.

    Ensure that you use the bash shell for installation.

  2. Go to the /swlibrary/installer directory.
  3. Run the following installation script as a root user:

    ./Install_System_Manager_10.2.0.0.xxxxxx

    The system runs the command and displays the system changes.

    Note:

    When you install the System Manager ISO image on RHEL 8.10, the following warning message is displayed. You can ignore this warning message and proceed to the next step:

    WARNING: OS version detected is 8.10. Supported version is 8.4. But Installer will continue..

  4. Press Enter to continue.

    The installer checks the package and environment settings.

    The System Manager system displays the following message:

    A reboot will be required in order to complete this. Please exit any other sessions before continuing.

  5. Press Enter to continue.
  6. In the Enter profile field, check the message and type the required System Manager profile from the following:

    • Press 1 for profile 2

    • Press 2 for profile 3

    • Press 3 for profile 4

  7. Press Enter on the End User License Agreement page.
  8. Press Space to read the license agreement.
  9. Press Y to accept the license terms.

    The installation process begins.

    The system starts the installation and prompts you to configure the System Manager configuration and network parameters before proceeding to the next step. For more information about configuration and network parameters, see Network and configuration field descriptions.

  10. At the Enhanced Access Security Gateway (EASG) prompt, read the EASG information, and do one of the following:

    • To enable EASG (Recommended), type 1.

    • To disable EASG, type 2.

  11. Select the required Backup definition parameter for System Manager schedule backup.
  12. Verify the configuration details and press Enter to continue.
  13. At the Do you want to continue prompt, type y.

    After the installation is complete the system reboots.

  14. To verify the post installation status, type the following command:

    tail -f /var/log/Avaya/PostDeployLogs/post_install_sp.log

    On successful post installation, System Manager displays a message.

    For example: exit status of eject command is....

  15. Delete the /swlibrary/installer directory.
  16. Access System Manager web console using IP address or FQDN.

    If installation is successful, System Manager displays the following message:

    Installation of latest System manager patch is mandatory

    For information about patch installation, see Installing the System Manager patch, service pack, or feature pack from CLI .