DECMIGRATE COVER.PDF

This document provides pre-installation information for DECmigrate for OpenVMS AXP Systems Version 1.1A.

Key points:

• Source & Location: The software is found on the OpenVMS AXP November 94 Layered Products Compact Disc (CD). Installation files and documentation are primarily located within the [VEST011A] directory and its subdirectories (e.g., [VEST011A.KIT] for savesets, [VEST011A.DOCUMENTATION] for guides).
• Prerequisite: Installation requires OpenVMS AXP Version 6.1 or higher.
• Release Notes: Contain information on known problems and corrections. They can be accessed via VMSINSTAL before installation or are located in SYS$HELP:VEST011.RELEASE_NOTES after installation.
• Licensing: A Product Authorization Key (PAK) is required to access the software and its documentation. The PAK must be registered and loaded before installation.
• Kit Contents: A typical kit includes an Indented Bills Report (BIL) and Bill of Materials (BOM) for verification, the product media (if ordered), a CD Booklet, and a "Read First Letter."
• Documentation: Hardcopy manuals (like the Installation Guide and Translating Images) may be included. Digital documentation is available on the CD-ROM in Bookreader format, requiring specific logical names (DECW$BOOK, DECW$BOOKSHELF) to be defined and access through the DECwindows Bookreader interface, navigating to "Programming Tools and Languages" -> "DECmigrate for OpenVMS AXP." A Software Product Description (SPD) provides an overview of the product's features and supported environment.