Caiman Architecture

This project will define and clarify the architecture for Caiman. 

The defined architectural requirements for Caiman are:

• Capable of easily incorporating new features
• Support multiple platforms (physical/virtual)
• Flexible to meet changing customer needs
• Reusable and extensible for OEMs
• Deep integration with Solaris features
• Scalable automation - few to thousands of systems installs
• Use standard protocols
• Built in support for diagnosability 

The central architectural points are:

• Generating an AI manifest from an interactive installation is a driving concept
• Checkpoint capability in engine aids productivity, supportability
• Consistency in logging, progress, error messaging aid ease-of-use and supportability
• Core Architecture Elements  
  • Core Engine  
  • Common Application Classes  
  • Application Classes  

Detailed architecture document:
New Solaris Install Architecture Document

Old Documents(Previously known as Caiman Unified Engine):
Caiman Unified Engine Documentation