Introduction

This guide provides information on installing Parallels Cloud Server 6.0 over a network using a PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) server. You will also learn how to upgrade your existing system to Parallels Cloud Server 6.0 over a network.

You can install Parallels Cloud Server in a PXE environment using one of the following ways:

• Manual installation . When performing this kind of installation, you are asked questions by the Parallels Cloud Server installer and define the necessary installation and configuration settings. Manual installation is recommended if you plan to install the product on a small number of physical servers.
• Unattended installation . In this kind of installation, the Parallels Cloud Server installer uses a kickstart file to determine the necessary installation and configuration settings. Unattended installation assumes that no interaction is required on your part and is recommended if you plan to install the product on a multitude of physical servers.

To install Parallels Cloud Server 6.0 over a network, you need to complete the following steps:

1. Prepare for installation from a PXE server.
2. Create a kickstart file. This step is only required if you plan to automate the procedure of deploying Parallels Cloud Server on your servers.
3. Install Parallels Cloud Server.

All these steps are explained in the following chapters in detail.