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{{Navigation_latest|release=[[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Release_Versions|4.4.3/4.4.3 ''Grolar'']]|link=[[Quick_Install_Guide|Documentation archive]]. You can also [http://download.sep.de/archive/manual/en/quick_install_guide_4.2.2_4.4.pdf''download PDF''] version of the ''SEP sesam Quick Install Guide''}}</div><br />
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==Overview== <!--T:2--></translate>
==Overview== <!--T:2--></translate>
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[http://download.sep.de/archive/manual/en/quick_install_guide_4.2.2_4.4.pdf Download PDF] version of the ''SEP sesam Quick Install Guide''.</translate>
[https://download.sep.de/archive/manual/en/quick_install_guide_4.2.2_4.4.pdf Download PDF] version of the ''SEP sesam Quick Install Guide''.</translate>
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Problems? See the [[Special:MyLanguage/Troubleshooting_Guide|Troubleshooting Guide]].</translate>
Problems? See the [[Special:MyLanguage/Troubleshooting_Guide|Troubleshooting Guide]].</translate>
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A complete '''SEP sesam environment''' consists of different modules, which can be combined according to your needs to implement optimized backup. Modules interact with one another through SEP APIs which are also used for interaction with another software.  
The complete '''SEP sesam environment''' consists of different modules, which can be combined according to your needs to implement optimized backup. Modules interact with one another through SEP APIs which are also used for interaction with another software.  


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[[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_environment|Essential modules]] of each SEP sesam environment are: [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|SEP sesam GUI]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|SEP sesam Remote Device Server]] (RDS), and [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|SEP sesam Client(s)]]. Each module is installed separately. The SEP sesam environment is managed centrally by the SEP sesam GUI.  
The [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_environment|essential modules]] of each SEP sesam environment are: [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|SEP sesam GUI]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|SEP sesam Remote Device Server]] (RDS), and [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|SEP sesam Client(s)]]. Each module is installed separately. The SEP sesam environment is managed centrally by the SEP sesam GUI.  


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SEP sesam also provides [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary##SEP_sesam_extensions|additional modules]] and functionality that enable consistent backup of databases (Oracle, MS SQL, IBM DB2, Informix SAP R/3, etc.), applications (like SAP), groupware systems, and virtualization environments. Some of these extensions are already a part of a ''Client'' package, and some require a separate '''license''' in order to function. For details on licenses, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Licensing|Licensing]]. Check [[SEP_sesam_OS_and_database_support_matrix_4.4|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]] to learn what is supported on which platforms. For list of all supported extensions and their configuration, see [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Documentation#extensions|Extensions]].  
SEP sesam also provides [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary##SEP_sesam_extensions|additional modules]] and functionality that enable consistent backup of databases (Oracle, MS SQL, IBM DB2, Informix SAP R/3, etc.), applications (such as SAP), groupware systems, and virtualization environments. Some of these extensions are already part of a ''Client'' package, and some require a separate '''license''' in order to function. For details on licenses, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Licensing|Licensing]]. Check the [[SEP_sesam_OS_and_database_support_matrix_4.4|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]] to learn what is supported on each of the platforms. For a list of all supported extensions and their configuration, see [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Documentation#extensions|Extensions]].  


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Once you have determined how you want to set up your SEP sesam environment, you can install the required components. Note that the installation procedure depends on the platform on which you are installing a SEP sesam package. Also, the procedure for installing different packages might differ.</translate>
Once you have determined how you want to set up your SEP sesam environment, you can install the required components. Note that the installation procedure depends on the platform on which you are installing a SEP sesam package. Also, the procedure for installing different packages might differ.
 
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Note that after you have installed and configured your SEP sesam components according to your environment, SEP sesam provides free updates from previous versions of SEP sesam to new versions and new features within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Licensing#maintenance|maintenance period]]. During this period, you can download patches and bug fixes as well as the latest SEP sesam versions, if you have a valid license. For details, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Updating_SEP_sesam|Updating SEP sesam]].</translate>


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For remote access via remote desktop connection (RDC), the RDC administrator needs the same access rights as the local administrator.</translate>
For remote access via remote desktop connection (RDC), the RDC administrator needs the same access rights as the local administrator.</translate>
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To install any of the SEP sesam components ([[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|RDS]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|Client]] or [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|GUI]]), you will require an installation file which can be downloaded from [http://download.sep.de/windows/ Windows download]. Make sure to download the correct file for your processor type.</translate>
To install any of the SEP sesam components ([[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|RDS]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|Client]] or [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|GUI]]), you will require an installation file which can be downloaded from the {{DDL|windows/}}. Make sure to download the correct file for your processor type.</translate>
{{note|SEP sesam RDS does not have a dedicated installation package. To install RDS, use the SEP sesam Server package.}}  
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SEP sesam RDS does not have a dedicated installation package. To install RDS, use the SEP sesam Server package.</translate>}}  
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If you are planning to install a server (including the GUI) or the GUI, Java Runtime Environment (JRE) must be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate>
If you are planning to install a server (including the GUI) or the GUI, Java Runtime Environment (JRE) must be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate>
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The .Net Framework 4 is required for server installation and can be deselected for all other SEP sesam components during installation.</translate>
The .Net Framework 4 is required for server installation and can be deselected for all other SEP sesam components during installation.</translate>
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x86 operating systems with more than 3.25 GB RAM must either reduce the amount of RAM to below to 3.25 GB or migrate to an x64 operating system. This is necessary because SEP sesam requires 64 KB blocks for LTO (Linear Tape Open) whereas an x86 system can only write 32 KB blocks to tape drive because the PAE (Physical Address Extension) is automatically activated. Also, a loader cannot be accessed properly by SEP sesam.</translate>
x86 operating systems with more than 3.25 GB RAM must either reduce the amount of RAM to below to 3.25 GB or migrate to an x64 operating system. This is necessary because SEP sesam requires 64 KB blocks for LTO (Linear Tape Open) whereas an x86 system can only write 32 KB blocks to tape drive because the PAE (Physical Address Extension) is automatically activated. Also, the loader cannot be accessed properly by SEP sesam.</translate>
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SEP sesam uses name resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from server to client and back. For details on DNS resolution check, see [[Special:MyLanguage/How_to_check_DNS_configuration|How to check DNS configuration]].</translate>
SEP sesam uses name resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on DNS resolution check, see [[Special:MyLanguage/How_to_check_DNS_configuration|How to check DNS configuration]].</translate>
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Ensure that any used SCSI devices are recognized by the operating system to which you are installing SEP sesam. SEP sesam checks the SCSI bus attached storage devices during the installation and adds its data to the database. SEP sesam can only see devices recognized by the operating system.
Ensure that any used SCSI devices are recognized by the operating system to which you are installing SEP sesam. SEP sesam checks the SCSI bus attached storage devices during the installation and adds its data to the database. SEP sesam can only see devices recognized by the operating system.
*It is recommended to disable firewall to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services. </translate>
*Disabling the firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services. </translate>
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For details on SEP sesam default ports, see [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#TCPIP_ports|Which are SEP sesam default TCPIP ports?]]
For details on the SEP sesam default ports, see [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#TCPIP_ports|Which are the SEP sesam default TCPIP ports?]]


=== Installation === <!--T:31-->
=== Installation === <!--T:31-->


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SEP sesam provides four installation packages: ''SEP sesam Client'', ''SEP sesam GUI'', ''SEP sesam RDS'' and ''SEP sesam Server'' (includes the ''Client'' and ''GUI'' components). In the installation example below, we will use the SEP sesam Server installation package.</translate>
SEP sesam provides four installation packages: ''SEP sesam Client'', ''SEP sesam GUI'', ''SEP sesam RDS'' and ''SEP sesam Server'' (includes the ''Client'' and the ''GUI'' components). In the installation example below, we will use the SEP sesam Server installation package.</translate>


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Choose whether you want the the SEP sesam services to run under the ''Standard system account''or a ''Custom user account''. It is recommended to give the SEP sesam Server services a ''Domain user account'' belonging to the ''Domain admins'' and the ''Local administrators'' groups. After choosing a user account, click '''Next'''.</translate><br />
Choose whether you want the SEP sesam services to run under the ''Standard system account''or a ''Custom user account''. It is recommended to give the SEP sesam Server services a ''Domain user account'' belonging to the ''Domain admins'' and the ''Local administrators'' groups. After choosing a user account, click '''Next'''.</translate><br />


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If you are installing the SEP sesam RDS, SEP sesam GUI or SEP sesam Client, type the name of the SEP sesam Server (in the example below, the name of the server is ''Informatix'').</translate>
If you are installing the SEP sesam RDS, the SEP sesam GUI or the SEP sesam Client, type the name of the SEP sesam Server (in the example below, the name of the server is ''Informatix'').</translate>
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Click '''Next'''. The firewall information dialog is only intended for purposes of information. Take note of the information and click '''OK'''. Click '''Install''' to install the selected SEP sesam component and then click '''Finish''' to complete the installation.</translate></li>
Click '''Next'''. The firewall information dialog is only intended for informative purposes. Take note of the information and click '''OK'''. Click '''Install''' to install the selected SEP sesam component and then click '''Finish''' to complete the installation.</translate></li>
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If you have a problem or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].
If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].


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<translate>=== Prerequisites === <!--T:58--></translate>
<translate>=== Prerequisites === <!--T:58--></translate>
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Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as root.</translate>
Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as the ''root'' user.</translate>


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To install any of the SEP sesam components ([[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|RDS]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|Client]] or [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|GUI]]), you will require an installation file which can be downloaded from [http://download.sep.de/linux/ Linux download]. Make sure to download the correct file for your processor type.</translate>
To install any of the SEP sesam components ([[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SEP_sesam_Server|SEP sesam Server]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|RDS]], [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|Client]] or [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#GUI|GUI]]), you will require an installation file which can be downloaded from the {{DDL|linux/}}. Make sure to download the correct file for your processor type.</translate>


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SEP sesam packages do not include PostgreSQL and Java Runtime Environment; you have to install the PostgreSQL and Java manually prior to SEP sesam. For details, see [[Special:MyLanguage/4_4_3:Installing_PostgreSQL|Installing PostgreSQL]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate>
SEP sesam packages do not include PostgreSQL and Java Runtime Environment; you have to install PostgreSQL and Java manually prior to installing SEP sesam. For details, see [[Special:MyLanguage/4_4_3:Installing_PostgreSQL|Installing PostgreSQL]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate>


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SEP sesam uses network resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from server to client and back. For details on DNS resolution check, see [[Special:MyLanguage/How_to_check_DNS_configuration|How to check DNS configuration]].</translate>
SEP sesam uses network resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on the DNS resolution check, see [[Special:MyLanguage/How_to_check_DNS_configuration|How to check DNS configuration]].</translate>


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It is recommended to disable firewall to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.</translate>
Disabling firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.</translate>


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The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported SLES versions, see  [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_OS_and_Database_Support_Matrix#Linux|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]].   
The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for the standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported SLES versions, see  [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_OS_and_Database_Support_Matrix#Linux|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]].   


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All RHEL- and CentOS-based distributions include the standard tool ''yum'' which is common for package management. With this tool packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.
All RHEL- and CentOS-based distributions include the standard tool ''yum'' which is common for package management. With this tool, packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.


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Debian-based distribution (Debian/Ubuntu/UCS) includes the standard tool ''apt-get'' which is common for package management. With this tool packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.
The Debian-based distribution (Debian/Ubuntu/UCS) includes the standard tool ''apt-get'' which is common for package management. With this tool packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.


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The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported Debian-based versions, see [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_OS_and_Database_Support_Matrix#Linux|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]].   
The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for the standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported Debian-based versions, see [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_OS_and_Database_Support_Matrix#Linux|SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix]].   


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To install the SEP sesam Server, use the following command:</translate>
To install the SEP sesam Server, use the following command:</translate>
  root@hostname#: apt-get install sesam_srv
  root@hostname#: apt-get install sesam-srv


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Run the following command on the client to grant the SEP sesam Server access rights and to allow it to contact and backup the client:</translate>
Run the following command on the client to grant access rights to the SEP sesam Server and to allow it to contact and backup the client:</translate>


  /opt/sesam/bin/sesam/sm_setup set_client ''<SEP sesam Server Name>''
  /opt/sesam/bin/sesam/sm_setup set_client ''<SEP sesam Server Name>''


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If you have a problem or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].</translate>
If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].</translate>


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After the SEP sesam Client package has been installed onto the master image, execute the <code>sm_install_flex_frame.sh</code> script in order to move the writable directories to a private area for each node. The script resides in <code>/opt/sesam/skel/templates</code>. Note that all client nodes share the installation's <tt>ini</tt> directory (and therefore the client configuration) of the SEP sesam Client installation. Check with Klaus?-->
After the SEP sesam Client package has been installed onto the master image, execute the <code>sm_install_flex_frame.sh</code> script in order to move the writable directories to a private area for each node. The script resides in <code>/opt/sesam/skel/templates</code>. Note that all client nodes share the installation's <tt>ini</tt> directory (and therefore the client configuration) of the SEP sesam Client installation. Check with Klaus?-->
<translate>=== SEP sesam GUI installation === <!--T:100-->
<translate>=== {{anchor|GUI}}SEP sesam GUI installation === <!--T:100-->
The SEP sesam GUI package have to be installed separately. The SEP sesam Server installation package already includes a GUI, which is installed automatically.
The SEP sesam GUI package has to be installed separately. The SEP sesam Server installation package already includes a GUI, which is installed automatically.


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If you have a problem or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].
If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].


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Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as the ''root'' user.</translate></li>
Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as the ''root'' user.</translate></li>
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To install either of the available SEP sesam components for AIX: [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|SEP sesam Client]] or [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|Remote Tape Server]], special RPM packages have to be installed with the standard RPM package manager (part of the AIX default installation). You can download the required RPM packages from ''SEP Download Center'': http://download.sep.de/unix/aix/7/rpm/ and copy them to the AIX system to {{path|/tmp/rpm-packages/}}. Then install them via RPM:</translate></li>
Installing the SEP sesam component for AIX (depending on availability, either the [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#SBC|SEP sesam Client]] or the [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_sesam_Glossary#RDS|Remote Tape Server]] can be installed) requires special RPM packages to be installed with the standard RPM package manager (part of the AIX default installation). You can download the required RPM packages from the {{DDL|/aix/7/}} and copy them to the AIX system to {{path|/tmp/rpm-packages/}}. Then install the package via RPM:</translate></li>
  cd /tmp/rpm-packages/
  cd /tmp/rpm-packages/
  rpm -i *
  rpm -i *
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If you are planning to install a GUI, Java Runtime Environment must be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate></li></ul>
The SEP sesam GUI requires Java Runtime Environment to be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see [[Special:MyLanguage/Java_Compatibility_Matrix|Java Compatibility Matrix]].</translate></li></ul>


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<translate>===SEP sesam Remote Tape Server or Client installation=== <!--T:139--></translate><!--T:133-->
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To install Remote Tape Server, download the ''rts'' software package (<tt>sesam_rts*</tt>) from the SEP Download Center at http://download.sep.de/unix/aix/7/ and copy it to the {{path|/tmp}} directory on your AIX system. If you are installing a client, download the ''cli'' software package.</translate></li>
Download the relevant SEP sesam package from the {{DDL|/aix/7/}} and copy it to the {{path|/tmp}} directory on your AIX system. The following example shows the installation of the ''sesam_rts'' package. The procedure for installing the SEP sesam Client is slightly different; the name of the package is substituted with ''sesam_cli''.</translate></li>
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Unzip the archive by using the following commands:</translate>
Unzip the archive by using the following commands:</translate>
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Execute the setup executable <tt>sm_setup</tt> as the root user:</translate>
Execute the setup executable <tt>sm_setup</tt> as the ''root'' user:</translate>
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  # cd sesam_rts_<version>
  # cd sesam_rts_<version>
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Once you specify all the required information, the SEP sesam software installation and configuration start. If you have problems starting the SEP sesam services, check the [[Special:MyLanguage/Troubleshooting Guide|Troubleshooting Guide]].


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Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as a local administrator or domain administrator.</translate>


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If you have a problem or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].
If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]].


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Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on the DNS resolution check, see [[Special:MyLanguage/How_to_check_DNS_configuration|How to check DNS configuration]].</translate>


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Disabling the firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.


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You can install SEP sesam on UCS by using any of the following options:


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====Option 2: Installing via the SEP Debian Repository==== <!--T:210--></translate> <!--T:179-->


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Other options are listed here:[[Special:MyLanguage/Debian_Repository#search| Debian Repository]].</translate>
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Open SEP sesam client '''Properties''' and switch to the '''Options''' tab. If you have installed a client from the ''App Center'', the port range is ''11002-11007''.
Open SEP sesam client '''Properties''' and switch to the '''Options''' tab. If you have installed a client from the ''App Center'', the port range is ''11002-11007''.


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[[Special:MyLanguage/Automatic_Installation_On_Windows|Automatic Installation on Windows]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Updating_SEP_sesam|Updating SEP sesam]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Applying_Service_Packs_on_Linux|Applying Service Packs on Linux]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Debian_Repository|Debian Repository]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_Sesam_CLI|SEP sesam CLI]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]]</div></translate>
[[Special:MyLanguage/Automatic_Installation_On_Windows|Automatic Installation on Windows]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Updating_SEP_sesam|Updating SEP sesam]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Applying_Service_Packs_on_Linux|Applying Service Packs on Linux]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/Debian_Repository|Debian Repository]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/SEP_Sesam_CLI|SEP sesam CLI]] – [[Special:MyLanguage/FAQ#installation_and_configuration|FAQ: Installation and configuration]]</div></translate>

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Any form of reproduction of the contents or parts of this manual is allowed only with the express written permission from SEP AG. When compiling and designing user documentation SEP AG uses great diligence and attempts to deliver accurate and correct information. However, SEP AG cannot issue a guarantee for the contents of this manual.

Docs latest icon.png Welcome to the latest SEP sesam documentation version 4.4.3/4.4.3 Grolar. For previous documentation version(s), check Documentation archive. You can also download PDF version of the SEP sesam Quick Install Guide.


Overview

The complete SEP sesam environment consists of different modules, which can be combined according to your needs to implement optimized backup. Modules interact with one another through SEP APIs which are also used for interaction with another software.

The essential modules of each SEP sesam environment are: SEP sesam Server, SEP sesam GUI, SEP sesam Remote Device Server (RDS), and SEP sesam Client(s). Each module is installed separately. The SEP sesam environment is managed centrally by the SEP sesam GUI.

SEP sesam also provides additional modules and functionality that enable consistent backup of databases (Oracle, MS SQL, IBM DB2, Informix SAP R/3, etc.), applications (such as SAP), groupware systems, and virtualization environments. Some of these extensions are already part of a Client package, and some require a separate license in order to function. For details on licenses, see Licensing. Check the SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix to learn what is supported on each of the platforms. For a list of all supported extensions and their configuration, see Extensions.

Once you have determined how you want to set up your SEP sesam environment, you can install the required components. Note that the installation procedure depends on the platform on which you are installing a SEP sesam package. Also, the procedure for installing different packages might differ.

Note that after you have installed and configured your SEP sesam components according to your environment, SEP sesam provides free updates from previous versions of SEP sesam to new versions and new features within the maintenance period. During this period, you can download patches and bug fixes as well as the latest SEP sesam versions, if you have a valid license. For details, see Updating SEP sesam.

SEP sesam Server hardware requirements

Hardware requirements/en

Microsoft Windows installation

Prerequisites

  • Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as a local administrator or domain administrator.
  • For remote access via remote desktop connection (RDC), the RDC administrator needs the same access rights as the local administrator.
  • To install any of the SEP sesam components (SEP sesam Server, RDS, Client or GUI), you will require an installation file which can be downloaded from the https://www.sep.de/downloadportal/windows/. Make sure to download the correct file for your processor type.
Information sign.png Note
SEP sesam RDS does not have a dedicated installation package. To install RDS, use the SEP sesam Server package.
  • If you are planning to install a server (including the GUI) or the GUI, Java Runtime Environment (JRE) must be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see Java Compatibility Matrix.
  • The .Net Framework 4 is required for server installation and can be deselected for all other SEP sesam components during installation.
  • x86 operating systems with more than 3.25 GB RAM must either reduce the amount of RAM to below to 3.25 GB or migrate to an x64 operating system. This is necessary because SEP sesam requires 64 KB blocks for LTO (Linear Tape Open) whereas an x86 system can only write 32 KB blocks to tape drive because the PAE (Physical Address Extension) is automatically activated. Also, the loader cannot be accessed properly by SEP sesam.
  • SEP sesam uses name resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on DNS resolution check, see How to check DNS configuration.
  • Ensure that any used SCSI devices are recognized by the operating system to which you are installing SEP sesam. SEP sesam checks the SCSI bus attached storage devices during the installation and adds its data to the database. SEP sesam can only see devices recognized by the operating system.
  • Disabling the firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.
  • For details on the SEP sesam default ports, see Which are the SEP sesam default TCPIP ports?

Installation

SEP sesam provides four installation packages: SEP sesam Client, SEP sesam GUI, SEP sesam RDS and SEP sesam Server (includes the Client and the GUI components). In the installation example below, we will use the SEP sesam Server installation package.

  1. Locate the download folder where you saved the SEP sesam installation package and double-click the sesam-srv-<Version_ID>-windows.x<SysType>.exe file to start the installation. Note that on Windows 7, you must explicitly execute the .exe file as administrator even if you are logged in as an administrator. Select your installation language and click Next.
  2. Agree to the license agreement and click Next again.
  3. Choose whether you want the SEP sesam services to run under the Standard system accountor a Custom user account. It is recommended to give the SEP sesam Server services a Domain user account belonging to the Domain admins and the Local administrators groups. After choosing a user account, click Next.
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  4. Select an installation directory for the program files (including the folders <SESAM_ROOT>\bin and <SESAM_ROOT>\skel) and the application data (including the folder <SESAM_ROOT>\var. This folder requires significant storage space if installing a server). Click Next.
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  5. In the next window, select which of the four SEP sesam components you want to install (SEP sesam Server, SEP sesam Remote Device, SEP sesam GUI or SEP sesam Client). There is an additional option of installing a GUI with the SEP sesam Remote Device and a client with the SEP sesam GUI.
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  6. After selecting a component, click Next.
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    SEP sesam Server package already includes all other components. If you are installing a Remote Device Server (RDS), you can also include a GUI. If you are installing a GUI, you can also include the Client.
  7. Depending on which components you are installing, proceed accordingly:
    • If you are installing the SEP sesam Server, click Install and then Finish to complete the installation.
    • If you are installing the SEP sesam RDS, the SEP sesam GUI or the SEP sesam Client, type the name of the SEP sesam Server (in the example below, the name of the server is Informatix).
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    You must enter the hostname and not the IP address of the SEP sesam Server. The server name may not contain underscores.

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  8. Click Next. The firewall information dialog is only intended for informative purposes. Take note of the information and click OK. Click Install to install the selected SEP sesam component and then click Finish to complete the installation.

If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check FAQ: Installation and configuration.

Linux

SEP sesam provides RPM packages for the most common Linux distributions (for example, SuSE and RedHat) and DEB files for Debian Linux distributions. The latter run on most Debian-based distributions, such as Ubuntu. For details on Debian packages, see Debian Repository.

Prerequisites

  • Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as the root user.
  • SEP sesam uses network resolution for server to client communication. Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on the DNS resolution check, see How to check DNS configuration.
  • Ensure that any used SCSI devices are recognized by the operating system to which you are installing SEP sesam. SEP sesam checks the SCSI bus attached storage devices during the installation and adds its data to the database. SEP sesam can only see devices recognized by the operating system.
  • Disabling firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.

SEP sesam Server installation

SLES-based distributions

SLES includes the standard tool zypper which is common for package management. With this tool packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.

The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for the standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported SLES versions, see SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix.

To install the SEP sesam Server, use the following command:

# zypper install sesam_srv<version.OS.system_type>
RHEL/CentOS-based distributions

All RHEL- and CentOS-based distributions include the standard tool yum which is common for package management. With this tool, packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.

The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported RHEL/CentOS-based versions, see SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix.

To install the SEP sesam Server, use the following command:

# yum install sesam_srv<version.OS.system_type>
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On RHEL, the SEP sesam installation changes the permissions of /var/run/postgresql to grant SEP sesam users PostgreSQL access privileges.
Debian-based distributions

The Debian-based distribution (Debian/Ubuntu/UCS) includes the standard tool apt-get which is common for package management. With this tool packages can be installed (and uninstalled) in the command line.

The SEP sesam Server package includes all dependencies that are needed for the standard SEP sesam Server installation. For details on the supported Debian-based versions, see SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix.

To install the SEP sesam Server, use the following command:

root@hostname#: apt-get install sesam-srv

Use the following command to install *.deb files:

dpkg -i sesam-srv<version.system_type>.deb
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Installing SEP sesam on Debian and Ubuntu requires additional steps. For details, see Debian Repository.

SEP sesam Client installation

To install the SEP sesam Client, select the download folder where you have saved the SEP sesam Client installation package.

  • For SLES based distributions, use the following command:
  • # zypper install sesam_cli<version.OS.system_type>
  • For RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux), use the following command:
  • # yum install sesam_cli<version.OS.system_type>
  • For Debian-based distributions, use the following command:
  • root@hostname#: apt-get install sesam-cli Use the following command to install *.deb files: dpkg -i sesam-cli<version.system_type>.deb
    Information sign.png Note
    Installing SEP sesam on Debian and Ubuntu requires additional steps. For details, see Debian Repository.

Run the following command on the client to grant access rights to the SEP sesam Server and to allow it to contact and backup the client:

/opt/sesam/bin/sesam/sm_setup set_client <SEP sesam Server Name>

If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check FAQ: Installation and configuration.

SEP sesam GUI installation

The SEP sesam GUI package has to be installed separately. The SEP sesam Server installation package already includes a GUI, which is installed automatically.

To install the SEP sesam GUI, select the download folder where you have saved the SEP sesam GUI installation package.

  • For SLES based distributions, use the following command:
  • # zypper install sesam_gui<version.OS.system_type>
  • For RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux), use the following command:
  • # yum install sesam_gui<version.OS.system_type>
  • For Debian-based distributions, use the following command:
  • root@hostname#: apt-get install sesam-gui Use the following command to install *.deb files: dpkg -i sesam-gui<version.system_type>.deb
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    Installing SEP sesam on Debian and Ubuntu requires additional steps. For details, see Debian Repository.

On KDE and Gnome, the installation generates a link on the root user desktop to start the GUI. This link must target the correct SEP sesam Server. Open the link properties and add the following parameter to the command line:

-S <SEP sesam Server Name>

If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check FAQ: Installation and configuration.

AIX

For reference which AIX versions are supported and which components are available for AIX, check SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix.

Prerequisites

  • Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as the root user.
  • Installing the SEP sesam component for AIX (depending on availability, either the SEP sesam Client or the Remote Tape Server can be installed) requires special RPM packages to be installed with the standard RPM package manager (part of the AIX default installation). You can download the required RPM packages from the https://www.sep.de/downloadportal//aix/7/ and copy them to the AIX system to /tmp/rpm-packages/. Then install the package via RPM:
  • cd /tmp/rpm-packages/ rpm -i *
  • The SEP sesam GUI requires Java Runtime Environment to be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see Java Compatibility Matrix.

SEP sesam Remote Tape Server or Client installation

  1. Download the relevant SEP sesam package from the https://www.sep.de/downloadportal//aix/7/ and copy it to the /tmp directory on your AIX system. The following example shows the installation of the sesam_rts package. The procedure for installing the SEP sesam Client is slightly different; the name of the package is substituted with sesam_cli.
  2. Unzip the archive by using the following commands:
     gunzip sesam-rts-<version>-aix_powerpc.tgz
     tar -xvf sesam-rts-<version>-aix_powerpc.tar

    A new directory sesam_rts_<version> is created:

     # tar -xvf sesam-rts-4.4.2.58-aix_powerpc.tar 
     x sesam_rts_4.4.2.58
     x sesam_rts_4.4.2.58/aix_rts.4.4.2.58.tgz, 22440192 bytes, 43829 media blocks.
     x sesam_rts_4.4.2.58/sm_setup, 2168068 bytes, 4235 media blocks.
  3. Go to the unzipped directory
    cd sesam_rts_<version>
  4. Execute the setup executable sm_setup as the root user:
     # cd sesam_rts_<version>
     # ./sm_setup
  5. Follow the wizard and select the relevant components that you wish to install, tapeserver or client, respectively:
     # ./sm_setup
     Found 1 valid archive(s): 'aix_rts.4.4.2.58.tgz,'.
     What do you want to install? (tapeserver,client)
     tapeserver
  6. Set the installation directory; the recommended place to install sesam is /opt/sesam. Make sure that there is at least 10 GB of free disk space available. Optionally, choose another installation directory that has enough free space:
     In which directory do you want to install (If not existing it will be created): 
     '''/opt/sesam/'''
     In which directory do you want to install (Read-Write): 
     '''/opt/sesam/'''
  7. Specify the SEP sesam Server hostname in your environment; you must provide the DNS hostname of your backup server. The DNS Server must be correctly resolved on the AIX system. For details, see How to check DNS configuration.
     To which SEP sesam Server should be connected?
     '''backupserver.hostname'''

Once you specify all the required information, the SEP sesam software installation and configuration start. If you have problems starting the SEP sesam services, check the Troubleshooting Guide.

Mac OS X

Prerequisites

  • Before starting the SEP sesam installation, make sure that you are logged in as a local administrator or domain administrator.
  • If you are planning to install a GUI, Java Runtime Environment must be installed on the system. For details on the required Java version, see Java Compatibility Matrix.

Steps

SEP sesam does not provide a dedicated MAC OS package. You should download the latest SEP sesam Linux GUI package from https://www.sep.de/downloadportal/linux/repositories/debian/pool/main/s/sesam-gui/, copy it to your MAC system, extract it with the command:

 ar x <sesam-gui_4.4.3-xx.lenny_i386.deb> && tar xfz data.tar.gz

and copy the extracted directory to your program files directory; then use the <SESAM_BIN>/gui directory:

/opt/sesam/bin/gui/sesam_gui -S <hostname_backup_server>

Or, in case your backup server is a Linux system, you can connect via the command line (X must be enabled) and start the GUI:

/opt/sesam/bin/gui/sesam_gui -S <hostname_backup_server>  

The SEP sesam for Mac OS X supports standard file backups with ACL's. Disaster recovery is not supported!

If you have problems or questions regarding installation, also check FAQ: Installation and configuration.

Univention UCS

For the list of supported Univention UCS versions and available SEP sesam components for UCS, check SEP sesam OS and Database Support Matrix.

Prerequisites

  • Before installing, you should test the DNS name resolution by simply pinging (using both, long and short name) from the server to the client and back. For details on the DNS resolution check, see How to check DNS configuration.
  • Disabling the firewall is recommended to avoid problems during the SEP sesam installation. Once SEP sesam is installed, you can enable the firewall with exceptions made for the SEP sesam services.

Installing SEP sesam on UCS

You can install SEP sesam on UCS by using any of the following options:

Option 1: Installing via the Univention App Center (only the SEP sesam Server and Client)

  1. Open the Univention Management Console in your browser.
  2. Go to Software -> App Center.
  3. Search for SEP sesam.
  4. Install either SEP sesam Server or SEP sesam Client.

Option 2: Installing via the SEP Debian Repository

  1. Open a terminal session as the root user.
  2. Enable Univention unmaintained repositories with the following command (this enables the UCS system to install the dependencies for SEP sesam):
    ucr set repository/online/unmaintained=yes
  3. Add the SEP Debian Repository as described in Debian Repository:
    • UCS 4.2 is based on Debian 8 Jessie.
    • UCS 4.3 is based on Debian 9 Stretch.
  4. Update the repositories by using:
    apt update
  5. Install SEP sesam package via apt: For example, to install the SEP sesam Server package, use
    apt install sesam-srv

    Other options are listed here: Debian Repository.

Option 3: Installing manually

  1. Open a terminal session as the root user.
  2. Enable Univention unmaintained repositories with the following command (this enables the UCS system to install the dependencies for SEP sesam):
    ucr set repository/online/unmaintained=yes
  3. Download the desired installation package from the SEP Download Center.
    • UCS 4.2 is based on Debian 8 Jessie.
    • UCS 4.3 is based on Debian 9 Stretch.
  4. Update the repositories by using:
    apt update
  5. Install SEP sesam package via apt:
    apt install /path/to/downloadedpackage

Configuring UCS firewall

By default, the Univention firewall is included in all UCS installations with all incoming ports blocked. You have to enable access to certain ports to allow SEP sesam to work.

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Installing a SEP sesam App Center package will automatically open the required ports for SEP sesam except for the Si3 Replication and REST API.

Disable UCS firewall

You may consider deactivating the UCS firewall completely by setting the Univention Configuration Registry variable security/packetfilter/disabled to true:

ucr set security/packetfilter/disabled=yes
service univention-firewall restart

Use SEP sesam with enabled UCS firewall

Check the list of required ports for SEP sesam: List of Ports Used by SEP sesam.

To open a port or a range of ports, use the following commands:

ucr set security/packetfilter/tcp/portnumber_or_portrange/all=ACCEPT
service univention-firewall restart
Client firewall settings

If you want to back up a client behind a firewall using STPD, you have to specify an open port range in the client's STPD Options as follows:
Open SEP sesam client Properties and switch to the Options tab. If you have installed a client from the App Center, the port range is 11002-11007.

For more information on client configuration, see Configuring Clients.