You can import virtual application patterns so
that you can edit and deploy the imported application for use in your
system.
Before you begin
You must have access to patterns, access to create patterns,
or have the Workload resources administration with full permissions to
complete this task.
About this task
You can import virtual application patterns that
were previously exported or that were developed with IBM® Rational® Application Developer.
Procedure
- Click .
- Click the Import icon in the toolbar.
- Optional: Enter a name for the application
in the Name field.
- Click Browse to select the application
compressed file to import.
Important: If the
file size is larger than 2 GB, use the command-line tool to upload
the file.
- Review the virtual application pattern to
ensure that it works when it is deployed.
- Select the imported virtual application pattern and
click Open in the toolbar.
The virtual application pattern opens.
- Check the configuration of all components, links, and
policies to ensure that the settings are appropriate.
In
particular, verify any dependencies on other items. For example:
- Check for any configured interim fixes that are associated with
a IBM WebSphere® Application Server component.
Remove associated interim fixes that are not required and add interim
fixes that you want to include in deployments. Verify that all required
interim fixes are available in the list of emergency fixes in the
catalog. For more information about interim fixes, see the Related
tasks section.
- Verify other relationships such as reusable components.
What to do next
After you import your virtual application, you can edit
the application and deploy it into the system.