Using the Java JAR command to open fix pack ZIP files is no longer recommended
 Technote (FAQ)
 
Problem
Previous versions of WebSphere® Application Server for UNIX™ platforms were shipped in ZIP format. In the past, it was possible to use the Java™ JAR command to open these ZIP files. However, the JAR command breaks links in more recent fix pack images.
 
Cause
Previous installation images for UNIX platforms were packaged with ZIP files to save space. The JAR command breaks symbolic links and disregards permission data while opening ZIP file images.
 
Solution
Starting with WebSphere Application Server V6.0, all updates are shipped using the UNIX industry standard, TAR file format.

Complete installation instructions, including the use of TAR files, are provided in the WebSphere Application Server Information Center.

Current operating systems support other tools that open ZIP files. However, use the following process with the JAR command to unzip these files:
  1. Use the following jar command to open the ZIP file:

    jar -xvf <filename.zip>

  2. Verify that the JAR file is on the PATH. One solution is to source the WebSphere Application Server setupCmdLine script as shown in the following example:

    cd /usr/WebSphere/AppServer/bin; . ./setupCmdLine.sh

  3. Follow instructions for using the Update Installer to complete fix pack installation.
 
Related information
V6.0 Information Center
 
 
Cross Reference information
Segment Product Component Platform Version Edition
Application Servers WebSphere Application Server - Express Install and migration AIX, HP-UX, Linux, Solaris, Windows
Application Servers WebSphere Application Server Enterprise General
Business Integration WebSphere Business Integration Server Foundation General
 
 


Document Information


Product categories: Software > Application Servers > Distributed Application & Web Servers > WebSphere Application Server > Install
Operating system(s): HP-UX
Software version: 4.0
Software edition:
Reference #: 1115941
IBM Group: Software Group
Modified date: Jul 18, 2005