Software prerequsistes

WebSphere MQ requires certain software to be present on your computer prior to installation.

Choose the setup type that best suits your needs, then refer to the following table for software prerequisites.

Typical
WebSphere MQ will be installed with the most common features. Recommended for new users.
Compact
Installs the minimum you need to run WebSphere MQ.
Custom
Choose which WebSphere MQ features you want installed and where they will be installed. Recommended for advanced users.

The Launchpad tests which of the items are present on your computer and indicates them in its list.

Software item Version Requirement
Microsoft® Windows Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3, or Windows XP with Service Pack 1 Required for all installation types.
IBM® WebSphere Eclipse Platform 3.0.1 Required for the Typical installation type, or if, in a Custom installation, you choose to install the MQ Explorer, Server File Transfer, or Client File Transfer components.