Planning considerations for installation on Multiplatforms

Before you install IBM® MQ, you must choose which components to install and where to install them. You must also make some platform-specific choices.

Before you start installing, consider how you want to use IBM MQ and review the information in this section, and also the information in the general Planning section.

When planning your installation, make sure that you check the hardware and software requirements for your system. For more information, see Where to find product requirements and support information.

Note: This information is about planning an installation on IBM MQ for Multiplatforms. For information about planning an installation on z/OS®, see Planning to install IBM MQ for z/OS.