How to Create and Connect to a Rocket U2 Connection in VDM

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Article Goal

Guide users through the process of creating a Rocket U2 connection profile in VDM.

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Steps to Create and Connect to a Rocket U2 Connection in VDM

1: Open VDM: Launch VDM on your system.

2: Navigate to the Database Tab: Click on the Database tab located at the top-left of the VDM interface.

3: Click the New Button: Click the New button to begin creating a new connection profile.

4: Select Rocket U2 as the Connection Type: From the list of available connection types, choose Rocket U2.

5: Disable the Prefix Option: Uncheck the option labeled Prefix TO/Schema Name, then click Next.

6. Enter Your Username and Password: Provide the login credentials required to authenticate with the Rocket U2 database.

7. Enter Your Server Address: Type in the Server name or IP address for your Rocket U2 host.

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Linux Docker + ResolveIP = True → Use DNS name (not IP)

• Linux Docker + ResolveIP = False → Use IP address (not DNS name)

• Windows → You may use either IP or DNS name

8. Enter Your Database Name: Provide the name of the Rocket U2 database you wish to connect to.

9. Select Platform: Select your desired Platform.

10. Test and Save the Connection: Click Test Connection to verify your settings.

• If successful, click Next

• Name and Save the Connection Profile

✅ Once saved, the Rocket U2 connection will appear in your list of available connections.

Article Summary

This article provides step-by-step instructions for creating a Rocket U2 connection in VDM. It walks through selecting the correct connection type, entering credentials, applying platform-specific network settings, and testing the connection. This profile allows you to query databases directly through VDM.