how to install CallManager 4.3 in VMware?

Criss Sawyer · ‎04-20-2010

hi all,

is there some specific steps to follow in order to install CallManager 4.3 (Windows 2003 Server Based) in VMawre environement?

Thx in advance,

David Hailey · ‎04-20-2010

OS requirements are likely different but this will give you a good starting idea.

Hailey

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Criss Sawyer · ‎04-20-2010

i need steps for windows 2003, win 2000 does not support CallManager,

i've already tried the link below, but it did not work finaly.

Aaron Harrison · ‎04-20-2010

Hi

Do you have a set of Cisco OS CDs with your CM4.3 media? What version are they?

Aaron

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Criss Sawyer · ‎04-20-2010

yes i do have cisco OS CDs: Windows 2003.1.2A (E)

but when i try to boot Vmware with this OS, a message displays indicating that i need an MCS Hardware.

Aaron Harrison · ‎04-20-2010

Hi

Well - I can get 2003.1.2A to install on my setup.

When you define the VM, set these params:

OS : 2003 Standard

HDD : 72GB, IDE

CPU : 1 CPU

Mem : 1024Mb

Regards

Aaron

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htluo · ‎04-20-2010

You have two options to install "Cisco OS 2003" (basically Windows 2003).

1) Use original Cisco OS 2003 DVD.

Please note that VMWare is only supported in later version. And it might require specific VMWare edition/version (e.g. ESXi 4.0).

2) Use generic Windows 2003 DVD and apply regitry patch (attached).

This is my preferred option. Because:

a) I can install it on any VM software.

b) It's quicker to install

c) I can use volume license so no activation is required.

Michael