This guide provides information on installing OpenVZ over network using preboot execution environment (PXE) server.
You can install OpenVZ in a PXE environment using one of the following ways:
- Manual installation. When performing this kind of installation, you are asked questions by the OpenVZ 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 OpenVZ 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 OpenVZ over a network, you need to complete the following steps:
- Prepare for installation from a PXE server.
- Create a kickstart file. This step is only required if you plan to automate the procedure of deploying OpenVZ on your servers.
- Install OpenVZ.
All these steps are explained in the following chapters in detail.
