IBM Installation Manager安装WAS 9遇问题：点击安装后空白、无法访问远程仓库

I’ve seen multiple users run into exactly the same problems you’re describing with the V9WASILAN repository and IBM Installation Manager 1.8.6 lately. Let’s break down what’s going on and how to fix it:

Other Users’ Experiences #

• Yep, this is a common issue right now. The two main culprits reported by the community are:
  • Legacy Repository Deprecation: IBM has been phasing out older WAS 9 repository endpoints, and V9WASILAN might no longer be accessible without proper authentication—even for the Developer Edition. Recent changes mean many public repositories now require a free IBM ID (not just Passport Advantage, which you don’t need here).
  • Outdated Installation Manager Compatibility: Version 1.8.6 is from 2017, and it doesn’t support modern TLS protocols like TLS 1.2+ that IBM’s current repositories enforce. This causes connection failures, and often leads to that blank install screen when the UI can’t load repository data properly.

Troubleshooting Steps to Try #

1. Update Installation Manager First #

IBM recommends using the latest version (1.9.x) for WAS 9 installs. The 1.8.x line lacks critical updates for security and repository compatibility. You can grab the free latest version directly from IBM’s site—no Passport Advantage needed for the manager itself.

2. Switch to the Updated Developer Edition Repository #

Replace your V9WASILAN URL with this official, maintained repository for WAS 9 Developer Edition:

https://public.dhe.ibm.com/software/websphere/appserv/support/repository/v9/was/repository.xml

When prompted, enter a free IBM ID (you can sign up for one in minutes if you don’t have it). Most users fix their download issues by making this switch.

3. Fix the Blank Install Screen #

That blank UI is usually a problem with the old Java runtime bundled in 1.8.6. Try these fixes:

• Run Installation Manager using your system’s 64-bit Java 8 runtime:

  ./IBMIM -vm /path/to/your/java8/bin/java
  

• Clear the Installation Manager cache to remove corrupted data:

  rm -rf ~/var/ibm/InstallationManager/cache
  

• Try the console mode to bypass the UI entirely—it’s more reliable for troubleshooting:

  ./IBMIM -console
  

4. Go Offline with a Full Package #

If online access still fails, download the complete WAS 9 Developer Edition offline package from IBM’s site (again, just needs a free IBM ID). Extract it locally, then point Installation Manager to the local folder instead of the remote repository. This skips all network and repository authentication headaches.

Quick Note on Authentication #

You’re right that WAS 9 Developer Edition doesn’t require a Passport Advantage account, but IBM’s recent changes mean most public repositories now need a free IBM ID for access. That’s almost certainly why your remote repository isn’t loading.

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者Santosh Kondapuram