Pre-Installation Steps

Before installing Pextra CloudEnvironment®, ensure that you have completed all the items in this checklist. This will help ensure a smooth installation process and optimal performance of your private cloud environment.

a) Check System Requirements

1. Review the system requirements for Pextra CloudEnvironment®.
2. Check for any unsupported configurations that may affect your installation.
3. For production workloads, review the officially-supported servers list for optimal performance.

b) Obtain License Keys

1. Visit portal.pextra.cloud to obtain a Pextra CloudEnvironment® license key (to get a free evaluation license, fill out the form here). One license per node is required. This license is required at installation time.
2. Visit cockroachlabs.cloud to obtain a CockroachDB license key. One license per complete deployment (spanning all datacenters, clusters, and nodes) is required. This license is required after installation.

c) Prepare Installation Media

1. Download the Pextra CloudEnvironment® ISO from the portal or the link provided in your license email.
2. Verify the ISO checksum to ensure file integrity and authenticity.
3. Prepare a bootable USB drive for installation.

d) Back Up Existing Data

1. Back up any existing data on the servers that will be used for installation, as the installation process may overwrite existing data.

Additional Resources

1. Familiarize yourself with the support subscriptions available for Pextra CloudEnvironment®.
2. Join the community forums for additional support and to connect with other users.
3. Review other documentation pages for detailed guides and troubleshooting tips.