Install the JDK and Set the JAVA_Home Environment Variable
Regardless of the operating system, you must have the Java 8 JDK (64-bit) installed to run Spectrum Technology Platform.
The following table lists Java distributions that have been tested with the Spectrum Technology Platform.
| Operating System | Azul | Oracle |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS | Yes | Yes |
| Oracle Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | Yes | Yes |
| SUSE Enterprise Linux Server | Yes | Yes |
| Ubuntu | Yes | Yes |
Set the JAVA_HOME environment variable.
Set JAVA_Home Environment Variable on Linux
Note: To change the Java installation on a system that is currently running the Spectrum Technology Platform, you must stop Spectrum before performing changes to the Java installation. Restart Spectrum only after you complete the changes.