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Network:
Ÿ Network equipment (hubs, switches, routers, firewalls)
Ÿ Network diagram
Ÿ WAN diagram
Ÿ Bandwidth capacity
Next, you will probably want to conduct a detailed inventory of the server equipment and all related
equipment. The list below contains some items that you should include in your inventory. Since every
environment is different, you may have additional equipment or items that may be pertinent to your
particular environment. Be sure to include them.
Servers:
Ÿ Operating systems
Ÿ Memory
Ÿ Disk space
Ÿ Processors
Ÿ Network adapters
Ÿ Existing applications
Finally, you will probably want to conduct a detailed inventory of the workstations and all related
equipment. The list below contains some items that you should include in your inventory. Since every
environment is different, you may have additional equipment or items that may be pertinent to your
particular environment. Be sure to include those as well.
Workstations:
Ÿ Operating systems
Ÿ Memory
Ÿ Disk space
Ÿ Processor speed
Ÿ Network adapters
Ÿ Existing applications
The information collected in the inventory should be documented and used to determine if there are any
areas that are weak and require an upgrade or additional equipment or software. The inventory serves
as an overall picture of your entire IT infrastructure.
3. Train Domino and Network Administrators
Domino contains extensive features that cover mail, applications, Internet and remote access, and
connectivity to other back end databases. Given the large number of features that Domino has, training
is a vital part of the implementation process. Taking the necessary steps up front to ensure your support
staff is knowledgeable about the Domino product will improve the effectiveness and efficiency of your
installation project, and reduce the cost associated with downtime and technical support.
Domino Administrators and all support staff should understand all Domino features and functions. They
should also understand how Domino will impact the network, including existing servers, existing
applications, WAN communications, and end users before any installation steps are taken.
An initial training course for your staff can be created which will provide them with basic knowledge
about Domino Server, the Notes client, the Administration client, proposed server topology, proposed
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