1.2 Modes of Installation

You can use OUI to install Oracle products in any of the three following modes:

Interactive

Use OUI interactive mode to use the graphical user interface to walk through the installation, providing information in the installation dialogs when prompted. This method is most useful when installing a small number of products in different setups on a small number of hosts.

Console

Use OUI console mode to bypass the graphical user interface and execute the Oracle Installation program with a console interactive interface. This method is intended for UNIX systems with non-graphical consoles.

Silent

Use OUI silent installation mode to bypass the graphical user interface and supply the necessary information in a response file. This method is most useful when installing the same product multiple times on multiple hosts. By using a response file, you can automate the installation of a product for which you know the installation parameters.