To get started with the IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) Application Configuration, you need to deploy its Docker image so that you can connect, publish, and review changes in IBM MAS.

While you can install the maf-tool locally by using Podman or Docker, this tutorial shows how to run the IBM MAS Application Configuration image directly on Red Hat OpenShift without setting up Docker or Podman on your local system.

This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for installing and configuring the IBM MAS Application Configuration for Red Hat OpenShift.

Steps

Step 1. Deploy the container image

In the Red Hat OpenShift Developer view, create a new project named <project-name>. Go to <project-name>, then click +Add and select Container images.
Add the following details by using the maf-tool Docker image for your required version:
- Image name: maf-tool image registry
- Name: maf-tools
- Resource type: Deployment
- Target port: 3001

Step 2. Create a PVC

Go to Storage > Persistent Volume Claims and create a new PVC with the required details.

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Step 3. Update deployment details for maf-tools

In the Red Hat OpenShift Administrator view, go to Workloads > Deployments and update the maf-tools deployment with the required environment variables and port details.

env:
            - name: NODE_TLS_REJECT_UNAUTHORIZED
              value: '0'
          ports:
            - containerPort: 3000
              protocol: TCP
            - containerPort: 3001
              protocol: TCP
            - containerPort: 3006
              protocol: TCP
volumeMounts:
            - name: workspace
              mountPath: /graphite/.workspace
   volumes:
        - name: workspace
          persistentVolumeClaim:
            claimName: maf-tools-workspace

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The pod restarts automatically.

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A service is created under Networking > Services.

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Step 4. Create a route

Go to Networking > Routes, click Create Route, and enter the following details:

Hostname: maf-tools-preview-node-red.apps.***
Service: maf-tools
Target port: 3006 → 3006 (TCP)
Secure route: True
TLS termination: Edge

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Step 5. Access the IBM Application Configuration

Copy the route URL, open it in a browser, and log in using your username and API key.

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You can make changes to the application and publish them.

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After the preview page loads, click the maf-tools-preview route URL to open the application preview page.

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Summary

This tutorial explained how to deploy the IBM MAS Application Configuration on Red Hat OpenShift. It guided you through creating a project, deploying the container image, and setting up persistent storage. You also learned how to configure deployment settings, create a route, and access the application.

Deploy IBM MAS Application Configuration on Red Hat OpenShift

Deploy IBM MAS Application Configuration on Red Hat OpenShift