The database server requires a Services file, which is typically located in %windir%\System32\drivers\etc\services. If it is missing, check with your system administrator before starting the database server installation process.
The Services file contains a single entry for each known service on the network. Each line contains a service name, a port number, and a protocol. A name alias is optional. The Services file contains information regarding the known services on your network. The syntax of the file is service_name port_number/protocol [ alias ] [#comment].
The Rational Synergy installation program automatically updates the Services file when you install the main Windows server, an additional server, or an engine. You are prompted for the port number. In most cases, you do not need to change the displayed default value.
This is an example of an entry in the Services file:
turbo 1526/tcp #Informix OnLine Dynamic Server
turbo is the name of the Informix network service.
1526 is the port number and tcp is the protocol. The TCP/IP port numbers must be identical on all hosts running Rational Synergy products.
#comment is any information that you want to add.
As long as the Services file exists and has been properly configured for your network, no user modification is necessary to run Rational Synergy. Contact your system administrator if you have questions.