Configuring secure connections with SSL communications

Configure secure connections between servers and their associated clients by using the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) in IBM® HTTP Server (IHS). Set up SSL by enabling the SSL directives included in the default httpd.conf file for IHS.

Before you begin

Before you configure SSL support, redirect IBM HTTP Server to WebSphere® Application Server to route Rational® ClearQuest® client requests through the IBM HTTP Server to the web application deployed on the WebSphere Application Server. For instructions, see Configuring a web plug-in for IBM HTTP Server.

About this task

After you enable the SSL directives in the httpd.conf file, the WebSphere Application Server can accept a self-signed certificate from IBM HTTP Server to establish a connection so transactions can be completed.

Procedure

For instructions on how to enable SSL directives within the IBM HTTP Server configuration file (httpd.conf), see the technote Setting up SSL with IBM HTTP Server.