Introduction

Executive Summary

HP Open Source Integrated Portfolio (HP OSIP) comprises a range of products and services designed to ensure that customers can successfully realize the cost and feature benefits of adopting open source software in their IT environments.

This document provides general instructions for installing and using a MySQL database server with a Red Hat Linux distribution.

Intended Audience

The intended audience for this document is customers that are seriously evaluating or deploying an open source MySQL database server running Red Hat Enterprise Linux Version 5 (RHEL5.) This blueprint is intended for customers who are familiar with HP Management Tools, such as HP Serviceguard and HP OpenView Operations (HP OVO), and have some general knowledge about relational database management systems.

Scope and Purpose

This technical blueprint provides information for implementation of the HP Open Source Database Server Stack. It covers installation, configuration, replication, backup and recovery, high availability (HA), monitoring, and the use of MySQL connectors. The software components described in this blueprint are tested and validated to run on HP server platforms and HP StorageWorks devices.

HP and MySQL have partnered to deliver open source database solutions for Linux, Windows™, and HP-UX running on a wide range of HP hardware platforms. MySQL is a viable option for customers who are considering open source software or low-cost database software, from Web applications to large-scale enterprise applications and data warehouses. HP also provides several MySQL-related documents such as Sizing for MySQL Database Server on HP ProLiant BL35p, BL25p, and BL45p Servers; HP BladeSystem Configuration for MySQL Cluster Database; and HP ProLiant Server Configurations for MySQL in a Scale-Out Architecture. These documents can be viewed and downloaded at the following website: http://h71019.www7.hp.com/ActiveAnswers/cache/81882-0-0-0-121.html

HP Services

HP Open Source Consulting Services can help you build and integrate open source and commercial software across multiple OS environments. Additionally, HP Open Source Support Services provide industry leading technical support for all the products HP sells, including hardware, operating systems, and open source middleware.

HP offers annual subscriptions and a range of HP customer support options for the MySQL Network. The MySQL Network is a comprehensive subscription service that provides database developers and administrators with everything they need to successfully develop and deploy database solutions using MySQL. The MySQL Network includes access to certified MySQL software, updates and upgrades, proactive alerts, software advisors, the online MySQL knowledgebase, and full production-level technical support from HP and MySQL. Additionally, HP acts as the single source of accountability for sales and support, enabling you to confidently choose and deploy open source technology into your environment.

To learn more about HP Open Source Consulting and Support Services, contact your local HP sales representative or visit the HP Business and IT Services website at:

http://www.hp.com/hps