Defining a new agent


This topic explains how to define a new agent.

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To define a new agent

  1. Enter the required information in the fields: 
    Agent_AddNew.jpg

    Field

    Description

    Name

    The agent name to be displayed in the management server

    Hostname/IP Address

    The IP or DNS of the target z/OS

    Port

    The port used by the agent, as specified during the agent installation

  2. Test the connection from the management server to the new agent by clicking TEST CONNECTION: 
    Agent_TestConnection.jpg

    The following error message is displayed if an error occurs while attempting to communicate with the agent: 
    Agent_TestConnection_Error.jpg

  3. Click CREATE.

 

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