Downloading AutoMounter: A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to managing software packages on your system, downloading and installing them can be a crucial step in maintaining its functionality. In this example, we will show you how to download and install the SUNWpl5u package from a mounted Oracle CD.

Verifying Package Installation

Before you start the installation process, make sure that you have the correct path to the package files. The example below shows the path to use if you are not running at the default spool directory:

```

pkgadd -d /cdrom/cdrom0/Solaris_10/Product SUNWpl5u

```

Once you run this command, the pkgadd command will install the specified packages and verify that they were installed properly. If no errors occur, a list of installed files will be returned.

Installing Multiple Packages

If you have more than one package to install, you can specify them all at once using the following command:

```

pkgadd -d /cdrom/cdrom0/Solaris_10/Product SUNWpl5u SUNWwhatever

```

The pkgadd command will continue to install the other packages if there are no errors. If more than one package has been specified and you want to stop the installation of the package being installed, type 'no' when prompted.

Troubleshooting Installation Errors

If the pkgadd command encounters a problem during installation of the package, it will display a message related to the problem, followed by this prompt:

```

Do you want to continue with this installation?

```

You can choose to stop the installation or continue with the package being installed.

Using an Administration File

If you have an administration file that specifies the packages to be installed, you can use it with the pkgadd command. For example:

```

pkgadd -a admin-file -d device-name pkgid

```

This will check the administration file during the installation process.

Removing Software Packages

If you need to remove software packages from your system, you can use the pkgrm command. For more information about removing packages, see the 'How to Remove Software Packages' section in the System Administration Guide: Security Services.

Maintaining Multiple Software Copies

Sometimes, you might want to maintain multiple versions of software packages on your system. This step ensures that the system keeps a proper record of software that has been installed and removed.

In this example, we have shown you how to download and install the SUNWpl5u package from a mounted Oracle CD using the pkgadd command. We also covered how to verify package installation, install multiple packages, troubleshoot installation errors, use an administration file, and remove software packages from your system.

Remember to always become superuser or assume an equivalent role before performing any of these steps.