Introduction

Autoinstallation Types: AutoYaST and Kickstart

In the following section, AutoYaST and AutoYaST features apply for SUSE Linux Enterprise client systems only.

For RHEL systems, use Kickstart and Kickstart features.

Auto-Installing Salt Minions Currently Not Supported

This procedure will work for traditionally managed systems (system type management).

Autoinstallation is not currently available for systems using Salt (system type salt).

AutoYaST and Kickstart configuration files allow administrators to create an environment for automating otherwise time-consuming system installations, such as multiple servers or workstations. AutoYaST files have to be uploaded to be managed with SUSE Manager. Kickstart files can be created, modified, and managed within the SUSE Manager Web interface.

SUSE Manager also features the Cobbler installation server. For more information on Cobbler, see:

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