2.2.1. Install Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor
This document provides instructions for installing the Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor using a CD. For alternative methods including PXE networks or USB devices, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux Hypervisor Deployment Guide.
Before installing the Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor, you need to download the hypervisor image from the Red Hat Network and create a bootable CD with the image. This procedure can be performed on any machine running Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
You have created a Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor installation CD, now you can use it to boot the machine designated as your hypervisor host. For this guide you will use the interactive installation where you are prompted to configure your settings in a graphical interface. Use the following keys to navigate around the installation screen:
You have now successfully installed the Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor. Repeat this procedure if you wish to use more hypervisors. The following sections will provide instructions on how to approve the hypervisors for use with the Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization Manager.