Review the topics to select options for installing Oracle RAC.

• About Cluster Node Selection for Database Installation
  Select the cluster nodes to install Oracle RAC or Oracle RAC One Node databases.
• Selecting a Database Name
  The database name is comprised of various strings and must contain only permitted characters. Review the following guidelines when selecting a database name.
• Requirements for Database Passwords
  To secure your database, use passwords that satisfy the Oracle recommended password requirements, even the passwords for predefined user accounts.
• About Automatic Memory Management Installation Options
  Decide if you want to configure Automatic Memory Management during installation.
• About Character Set Selection During Installation
  Before you create the database, decide the character set that you want to use.
• Managing Database Services After Installation
  Use the Server Control Utility (SRVCTL), or use Oracle Enterprise Manager Database Express, or Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control for all administration and monitoring of database services for an Oracle RAC database.