Prerequisites for Testing Java Applications

To test… Install…
standalone Java applications JDK/JRE
Java applets JDK, supported browser, and plug-in (if necessary)
Java applets using the Java Applet Viewer JDK and plug-in
Note:
  • When you are using the Classic Agent, Java support is configured automatically when you use Enable Extensions in the Basic Workflow bar.
  • When you are using the Open Agent, Java support is configured automatically when you use Configure Applications in the Basic Workflow bar.
  • You can use the Basic Workflow bar to configure your application or applet or manually configure Java Support. If you choose to manually configure Java support, you may need to change the CLASSPATH environment variable. For JVM/JRE 1.2 or later, you must also copy the applicable Silk Test Classic .jar file to the lib\ext folder of your JVM/JRE.

For information about new features, supported platforms, and tested versions, refer to the Release Notes.