Connecting to DB2

This section describes the clients used by DataMagic to connect to DB2, and how to install these clients.

For details about each client, see the IBM web site.

For details about the DB2 client versions supported by DataMagic and the database versions to which DataMagic can connect, access the following URL and check the website:

URL: https://www.hulft.com/en/

 

(1) Installation procedure

This section describes how to install a DB2 client, using DB2 Application Development Client as an example. For details about how to install other clients, see the IBM website and corresponding IBM manuals.

Preparing for installation:

Before performing an installation, do the following:

  • Obtain DB2 Application Development Client.

    For details about how to obtain DB2 Application Development Client, see the IBM web site.

  • Close all other programs.

1. Log in

Log in with a user account that has the permissions to perform an installation.

2. Install the DB2 client module.

Run setup.exe in the client module.

3. Install the software.

Follow the instructions of the Installation Wizard to install the program. Select standard installation type.

(2) Setting up the environment

You do not have to set up the environment.