Installing and updating the HP-UX agent

Before adding an HP-UX asset to the Unitrends appliance, you must install an agent.

Once the agent is installed, you can update to a newer agent version using these same installation procedures. It is not necessary to remove the old agent. If an agent is already installed, you have the option to save any custom agent settings during installation.

Use the procedures in this section to install or update the HP-UX agent.

The HP-UX agent enables you to back up, verify, and restore HP-UX server data.

Before installing an HP-UX agent:

●   Make sure your HP-UX system is running a supported version listed in the Unitrends Compatibility and Interoperability Matrix.

●   Add the Unitrends appliance name to the local host table or set up the TCP/IP system to use DNS with the Unitrends appliance.

1.  Log in to the HP-UX machine as user root.

2.  Download the HP-UX agent from the Unitrends Downloads page (https://helpdesk.kaseya.com/hc/en-gb/articles/4407526882193-Unitrends-Downloads) to the HP-UX machine.

3.  Change to the working directory where you have saved the agent, and run the command ls -l to view the installer file and determine whether you have execute permission. If necessary, add execute permission using the command:

# chmod +x <file_name>

4.  Begin the installation be executing the file:

# ./<file_name>

5.  Press Enter to accept the default directory (/usr/bp).

6.  Enter the hostname of the Unitrends appliance.

7.  If using a firewall, enter y when asked if the client and the server (backup appliance) are separated by a firewall. This forces data communication to use port 1745.

8.  When prompted, press Enter. Your agent installation is complete.

Once you have installed the agent, you are ready to add your HP-UX asset to the Unitrends appliance. For details, see To add an agent-based asset.