Adding updates for software packages to the central repository

If there are updates available to one or more software in the central repository, you can use the utility to add those updates to the repository.

The utility provides two methods of doing this:
  • Download the update package and follow the instructions in Adding new software packages to the central repository to add it to the central repository.
  • Use the utility's built-in feature to download and add update packages to the central repository by following the steps provided in this topic.
Note: In the context of WebSphere Commerce assets, the second method can only be used to add updates for Rational Application Developer V7.5.4 and WebSphere Application Server Test Environment V7.0. Updates to WebSphere Commerce Developer V7.0 fix packs and feature packs must be added using the first method.

Before you begin

Ensure your server has access to the Internet.

Procedure

  1. Run the IBM Packaging Utility.
  2. Click Copy Packages.
  3. Click Open Repository.
  4. Browse to the location of your central repository, select repository.config, and click OK.
  5. The source window now shows all the products that are included in the central repository. Select the software package that you wish to update and click Check for Updates.
  6. The utility will display the latest version available for the selected product. If you wish to see all versions available, select the Show All radio button.
  7. Select the version you want to add to the central repository and click Next.
  8. Review any license agreements and click Accept.
  9. Browse to the location of your central repository.
  10. Click Next.
  11. Review the summary page and click Copy to begin creating the central repository. Insert appropriate disks if prompted by the utility.
  12. Once successful, click Finish and exit the utility.