Set the WAS_HOME environment variable

Set an environment variable that points to the WAS install directory.

Complete this task only if we are installing interim fixes. If we are installing fix packs, you do not need to complete this task.

The update wizard is programmed to access the WAS installation by reading the WAS_HOME environment variable in the system path.

To set the WAS_HOME environment variable on the system hosting the dmgr:

1. Open a command prompt and navigate to...
   WebSphere/AppServer/bin

2. Execute the following script:
   . /setupCmdLine.sh

   This task is not applicable to deployments on the AIX operating system.

Parent topic:
Apply latest fixes