SAS Admin
Adding New SAS ACCESS Interface to Amazon Redshift
Add new SAS ACCESS interfaces like Amazon Redshift to existing SAS installations on Linux. This article provides step-by-step instructions for integrating new ACCESS modules from SAS orders into your environment.
Prerequisites
- Existing SAS 9.4 installation
- New SAS order with ACCESS interface
- Software depot for new components
- Administrative access
- System backup
Installation Process
Step 1: Obtain Software
Download new ACCESS module:
- Log in to SAS Download Manager
- Locate order with ACCESS interface
- Download software depot
- Verify download integrity
Step 2: Plan Installation
Review documentation for:
- System requirements
- Dependencies
- Configuration needs
- Compatibility considerations
Step 3: Install ACCESS Module
Use SAS Deployment Manager:
- Launch deployment manager
- Select "Add Software to Existing Deployment"
- Point to software depot
- Select ACCESS module
- Configure as needed
- Execute installation
Step 4: Configure Connection
Set up Redshift connection parameters and test connectivity to ensure proper integration.
Testing
Verify installation:
- Test basic connectivity
- Validate data access
- Check performance
- Review logs for errors
Successfully adding ACCESS interfaces extends SAS data connectivity capabilities to new platforms and services.