Installation Overview

There are ten steps to complete for a full installation of CONNX. It is not necessary to complete all steps in order to use CONNX.

 

Step 1 - Installation Checklist and System Requirements
This step helps verify the information, media, hardware, and software needed to install CONNX.

 

Step 2 - Install CONNX Administrator
This step installs the CONNX administrator and client software on a computer.

 

Step 3 - Install CONNX JDBC Server and Client
This step installs the CONNX JDBC server and client software on a computer.

 

Step 4 - Install CONNX OpenVMS Server
This step installs the CONNX server software on your OpenVMS system. The server software is required when using Rdb, DBMS, and RMS databases. This step is not necessary for all other databases.

 

Step 5 - Install IBM Mainframe-compatible Server
This step installs the CONNX server software on your z/OS or VSE server. The server software is required when using VSAM or IMS files. This step is not necessary for all other databases.

 

Step 6 - Install Adabas Server (IBM mainframe only)

This step installs the Adabas SQL Gateway server component, also known as CONNX for Adabas, on your z/OS mainframe. It is not required for Windows or UNIX operating system installations.

 

Step 7 - Install C-ISAM, DISAM, or Micro Focus Server (for UNIX only)

This step installs the CONNX C-ISAM, DISAM, or Micro Focus server software on your selected system. This step is not necessary for all other databases.

 

Step 8 - DB2 Host Configuration

This step describes host configuration for IBM mainframe-compatible servers.

 

Step 9 - Post-Installation Checklist

This step assists in configuration of the CONNX client, administrator, and server software.

 

Step 10 - License Activation

This step activates the CONNX license(s) and enables the product for use.