Chapter 2. System Requirements
Before configuring the default Red Hat Directory Server 8.0 instances, it is important to verify that the host server has the required system settings and configuration:
The system must have the required packages, patches, and kernel parameter settings.
DNS must be properly configured on the target system.
The host server must have a static IP address.
This chapter covers the software and hardware requirements, operating system patches and settings, and system configurations that are necessary for Directory Server to perform well. It also includes information on a Directory Server tool, dsktune, which is useful in identifying required patches and system settings for Directory Server.
The requirements outlined in this chapter apply to production systems. For evaluating or prototyping Directory Server, you may choose not to meet all of these requirements.