For the Database Agent to connect to and monitor the DB2 databases using Kerberos authentication, these settings are required:
Start the Database Agent using the Djava.security.krb5.conf="<path of the Kerberos configuration file>":
nohup java -Djavax.security.krb5.conf="<path to Kerberos configuration file>" |
In the CONNECTION DETAILS section of the Collector configuration dialog, specify Hostname or IP Address, Database, Listener Port, and Custom JDBC Connection String with Kerberos details:
jdbc:DB2:Tds:<hostname>:<portnum>?<Kerberos connection details> |
In the ADVANCED OPTIONS section of the Collector configuration dialog, ensure to provide these details:
Select Kerberos.
Select Connection Properties, then specify these JDBC connection properties:
| Property Name | Property Value |
|---|---|
| securityMechanism | 11 |
| kerberosServerPrincipal | <Specify the name of the Kerberos Principal> |