The third-party database schemas that contain iHub system and Encyclopedia volume metadata are critical components of BIRT iHub System. To guard against data loss, the database administrator must back up the schemas using the tools and resources of the third-party database system.

An iHub system administrator must take all necessary precautions to ensure that the schemas are properly backed up to safeguard the metadata. Please consult Actuate Support at the time of installation if you have any questions about these backup procedures to protect against the possibility of catastrophic failure. For information on the recommended procedures to back up an iHub system and Encyclopedia volume schemas in the Release 11 environment, refer to Chapter 10, “Backing up an Encyclopedia volume,” later in this book.

When installing BIRT iHub, be sure to run the same versions of all products. Upgrade all products at the same time to maintain consistency in the versions you run.

If you are a purchasing customer, you can download iHub from an Actuate ftp site. If you are evaluating BIRT iHub, you can download iHub from BIRT Exchange at the following location:

Actuate also supports the cloud deployment of BIRT iHub using a ready‑to‑launch iHub image. For more information about this installation option, see Chapter 6, “Installing BIRT iHub in a cloud,” later in this book.

The following sections describe how to install a new BIRT iHub using the available installation options.