db2system - Name of the Db2 server system configuration parameter

This parameter specifies the name that is used by your users and database administrators to identify the Db2 server system.

Configuration type
Db2 Administration Server
Applies to
Db2 Administration Server
Parameter type
Configurable Online
Default [range]
TCP/IP host name [any valid system name ]

If possible, this name should be unique within your network.

This name aids users in identifying the system that contains the database they want to access. A value for db2system is set at installation time as follows:
  • On Windows, the setup program sets it equal to the computer name specified for the Windows system.
  • On UNIX systems, it is set equal to the UNIX system's TCP/IP hostname.