Before you install WebSphere Application Server - Express, use this time table to plan enough time for each step of the process.
| Task | Estimated time |
|---|---|
| Reading Release Notes and migration instructions, and verifying hardware and software prerequisites. | 1-2 hours |
| Obtaining the product and current fixes. | up to 2 weeks |
| Installing WebSphere Application Server - Express for iSeries. | 45-120 minutes |
| Installing any additional products and i5/OS cumulative PTF package. | 1-2 hours |
| Installing WebSphere Application Server - Express Group PTF. The time for this task is dependent on your system. | Up to 2 hours |
| Creating an initial configuration. | 30 minutes |
| Verifying the installation. | 10 minutes |