OBIEE in SQL Server

Hi,
I am trying to learn how to use OBIEE 11GR1 against SQL Server 2008R2 for reporting.
I am following this manual: http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E23943_01/bi.1111/e10539/c3_requrmnts.htm#BGBJAIDI
Just need to know what would be the process to start off. Would I create a schema (or equivalent in SQL Server) in my BI Administration?
I know RCU creates schema in Oracle & DB2 where you keep the views for reports (Physical Layer). Unsure if it works the same way in to link to SQL Server.
Thanks for help.

Check these links
http://total-bi.com/2010/10/obiee-11g-rcu-sql-server/
http://amit-obiee.blogspot.com/2011/11/installation-of-obiee-11g-r1-11113.html
If helps pls mark
Edited by: Srini VEERAVALLI on Dec 12, 2012 9:48 PM

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Hi Martin,
I guess, I was not clear enough. Let me try again
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