Which free linux can I use on a Dell Power Edge Server 2650

[Former Member]

Dear all,

I have recently joined the subscription program and want to install Netweaver. From my old company I could purchase a couple of Dell Power Edge Servers 2650 with 6GB RAM, Dual Core etc - so plenty of hardware. As next step I want to install a linux OS to be able to to install SAP trial version and/or the Netweaver software from the subscription program.

In the compatibility section I have read that I need either SUSE or RedHat linux enterprise edition. But these enterprise editions cost money when purchasing it. Is there also a free linux edition that I could use? If not, which enterprise linux would be the cheapest that I could use?

Thanks and best regards

Daniel Blaschkowski

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

Hi Daniel,

you can download a copy of the installation DVD of SUSE Enterprise Server 10SP2 for free from the Novell's Web Site. You won't have support nor will you be able to get software updates but it will allow you to get a first feeling about Netweaver on Linux.

Another option is to use [Centos |www.centos.org] that is a clone of Redhat Enterprise Server. You will have to cheat a little bit to be able to install SAP on it (you have to make your Centos appear like it is a true Redhat) but it works without a hitch.

Of course, do not run any production instances on such setups as you will get into trouble with SAP support in case you open up a problem message related to these platforms

Have fun,

Seb

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

Hi Sebastien,

thank you very much for your excellent answer - problem solved.

Best regards

Daniel

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

"you have to make your Centos appear like it is a true Redhat"

Are their any instructions how to do this step.

Thanks

Amram

[Former Member · Accepted solution]

"you have to make your Centos appear like it is a true Redhat"

Are their any instructions how to do this step. What Version of Centos is required

Thanks

Amram

[hannes_kuehnemund · Accepted solution]

Dear Amram,

this is not the answer to you question. However, CentOS is not supported by SAP and therefore you won't get support regarding OS problems as SAP has no support agreements that base upon CentOS. If it comes down to use a productive SAP system, we strongly recommend to use a certified distribution.

Thanks,

Hannes