Obtaining IBM Z Distribution for Zowe
Learn how to obtain the installable parts of IBM Z Distribution for Zowe.
| Installable part | Available in | Download link | Download instructions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zowe z/OS server-side component | IBM Shopz | Download | See the Obtaining Zowe z/OS server-side component and optional support section below in this topic. |
| Zowe CLI client-side component | IBM Mainframe Downloads | Download | Navigate to the Zowe Integration section > IBM Z Distribution for Zowe V2 row. Click the CLI link in the Download column. |
| Zowe Explorer (VS Code extension) client-side component | IBM Mainframe Downloads | Download | Navigate to the Zowe Integration section > IBM Z Distribution for Zowe V2 row. Click the Explorer link in the Download column. |
| IBM SDK for Node.js - z/OS | IBM Shopz | Download | IBM SDK for Node.js is no longer bundled with IBM Z Distribution for Zowe to allow the client to download and use the version of Node.js of their choosing. IBM SDK for Node.js uses a Shopz ordering experience. |
After you receive the installation file, you can follow the instructions in Installing and configuring to start the installation.
Obtaining Zowe z/OS server-side component
Log in to Shopz.
Click My Orders -> Create new order.
Enter your customer number. You could select one option (for example, z/OS - Products ServerPac (systems, subsystem, or products)) in the Package category section.
New order option is available on ShopZ now.
Enter or select the following parameters where appropriate to search for IBM Z Distribution for Zowe and submit the order.
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Search for: 5698-ZWG