UNIX/Linux Installation

This section explains how to install, unlock, and run PV‑WAVE or JWAVE on a UNIX platform.

Please read the Before installing PV‑WAVE on Linux section carefully for important information on installing PV‑WAVE on Linux.

Installing over older versions of PV-WAVE

You should not install this version in a directory structure that already contains a previous version of PV‑WAVE. Instead, we recommend that you either move the previous version to another directory, or install this version in a separate directory.

Installation directory

The path to the installation directory should not contain spaces. The installation directory is identified as <RW_DIR> throughout this document.

Reducing the installation disk space required

You can reduce the disk space requirements for installation by deselecting options and features that may not be necessary at your site in the Choose a Product and/or Customize Your Installation window.

After you complete the installation, we recommend that you review the file ownership settings and make changes as appropriate for your site.

The installation's status bar may not accurately reflect the installation status.

To install PV‑WAVE on a UNIX system, do the following:

Execute the installer, pvwave_<version>_<platform>.run, and follow the prompts to install PV-WAVE.

The installation path should not contain spaces.