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Installing

Preparation

  • Download the installation image from https://akips.com/download
  • Mount the ISO and boot the system using UEFI mode with Secure Boot disabled.

Installation process

Once the system boots from the ISO, follow these steps:

1. Start Installation

  • Select Install from the welcome screen.
  • Confirm by selecting Yes at the Risk of Data Loss prompt.

2. Initial Configuration

  • Choose your preferred Keymap.
  • Enter a valid Hostname (e.g., nms.example.com).
  • Set and confirm a password. This password will apply to the following user accounts:
AccountPurpose
rootSystem configuration and recovery
akipsSSH access i.e. ssh akips@{server}
adminWeb GUI access

3. Network Configuration

  • Choose between Static IP or DHCP. If using Static IP, provide:
    • IP Address
    • Subnet Mask
    • Default Router
  • Set DNS servers and NTP servers.

4. Time Zone

  • Verify hardware clock settings and select the correct Time Zone as needed.

5. Reboot the system when prompted.

6. Post-Reboot Access

After the system restarts, launch a web browser and log in to AKIPS using the configured IP address or DNS name with the previously set up admin account.