before upgrading, as these versions are no longer supported starting with this release. Default SDK is the recommended and often bundled SDK for this version. Installation Method : It is highly recommended to use the IBM Installation Manager to point to the downloaded repository and apply the update. Operating Systems : Support for

: Users must migrate to Java SE 8 before applying this fix pack.

Do not expose this to the public internet. VPN or internal network only.

WebSphere 8.5.5.22 is a . It is not a new major version of the software. Instead, it rolls up all previous fixes for the 8.5.5 stream into one installable package.

But hot-deploy? Forget it. Every change needs a full app restart. Your productivity will plummet.

: Click Update (if you have an older 8.5.5.x) or Install (if starting fresh) and follow the wizard. 8.5.5.22: WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5.22 - IBM

If you have IBM Installation Manager configured with your IBM ID credentials: