Installing the IMS Connect API for Java on z/OS

Obtain the .jar file for the IMS Connect API for Java by installing the component on z/OS using the SMP/E process. Store the .jar file in a directory that is in your class path.

1. Order a CBPDO for the IMS Enterprise Suite product through Shopz.
2. Review the Program Directory for IMS Enterprise Suite.
   The Program Directory for IMS Enterprise Suite contains detailed operational requirements, such as the required version of IBM® SMP/E for z/OS for installation. The Program Directory for IMS Enterprise Suite also provides information about support information and any required service process.
   
3. Follow the instructions in the Program Directory for IMS Enterprise Suite to install the IMS Connect API for Java component.
   Note: The IBM Java SDK in the IMS Enterprise Suite Base Services component, which is referred to in the program directory, has been deprecated. Download the latest version of Java that is supported by IMS Enterprise Suite as follows:

   • For z/OS environments, you can order Java for z/OS through Shopz by using PID 5655-W44 for Java for z/OS 64-bit, or PID 5655-W43 for 31-bit. The non-SMP/E installable package can be downloaded from the download site at http://www.ibm.com/systems/z/os/zos/tools/java/.
   • For Windows environments, visit the IMS Enterprise Suite V3.2 downloads page, and select to install IMS Connect API for Java. Follow the instructions on the page to download the latest supported Java version.

   
4. Store the IMS Connect API for Java .jar file in a directory that is in your class path. The API .jar file must be accessible in both the development and runtime environments.