Initializing a TCP stack for use with a VIPA

During initialization of a TCP stack for use with a virtual IP address (VIPA), the PROFILE.TCPIP configuration should contain the HOME list with the VIPA. The HOME list should be followed by the PRIMARYINTERFACE statement pointing at the appropriate VIPA that is to be used by Db2.

About this task

Recommendation: Do not change the stack's HOME list or the PRIMARYINTERFACE while DDF is started.

Procedure

To initialize a TCP stack for use with a VIPA:

Use the VARY OBEY command to change the PRIMARYINTERFACE and the stack's HOME list.

This command can be used while the stack is running without recycling the stack. If a new HOME list is specified with the VARY OBEY file, the PRIMARYINTERFACE should also be specified.