Java virtualization agent

After you install the Java™ virtualization agent, you must set up the agent for use.

Note: The Java virtualization agent package is available with Rational® Test Control Panel.

Java versions 6, 7, and 8 are supported.

The following topics describe what you need to do.

Modifying the configuration settings of the Java virtualization agent
You can modify the registration.xml file of the Java virtualization agent to change the server address, log level, and other settings.
Installing a Java virtualization agent into a Java application
To enable the Java virtualization agent to capture Java method calls being used by a Java application, you must load the agent into the application's Java virtual machine (JVM).
Optimizing Java application performance for the Java virtualization agent
The performance of a Java application can be affected adversely when the Java virtualization agent is loaded into the application. For example, memory usage may increase or there might be pauses during application startup. To prevent these problems from occurring, modify performance parameters supported by the Java virtualization agent.
Enabling and disabling remote diagnostic logging for the Java virtualization agent
To facilitate troubleshooting, IBM® Rational Test Control Panel administrators can view, download, and share detailed log events information for the Java virtualization agent. The capability to display this information in Rational Test Control Panel requires enabling remote diagnostic logging for the agent.
Troubleshooting: Java method transport
You can use workarounds to common problems that you might encounter when you use the Java method transport of Rational Integration Tester.