Install jira with default external database ?

[Przemek / Pshemek]

Hello,

when I download Jira (the free version) it installs by default with built in H2 database. Is it possible to install it (CLI) pointing to some external database already prepared before Jira installation ?

[Sloan]

Hi @Przemek / Pshemek

Yes this is possible (but not in terminal alone). In the setup wizard in the Browser (first JIRA startup) you will be asked if you want to use the internal H2 db or an own SQL db. Important: Choose I'll set it up myself at one of the first steps during the setup wizard.

Here are further resources for information:

• Running the setup wizard
• Connecting JIRA applications to a database

Best Regards
Niklas

P.S.: JIRA Server applications are only free for 30 days when using an evaluation license. After evaluation you need a commercial license. There is one exception; Secular non-profit NGOs and open source projects can apply for free licenses.