# Adding a DB2 Database Instance

To manage a DB2 database, add an instance for the database server.

For more information about DB2 agent configuration, see configuration.

## Procedure

1. From the Command Center navigation pane, go to Protect > Databases.

   The Database Overview tab appears.

2. From the Add Instance list, select Database server.

   The Configure Database Instance dialog box appears.

3. Select DB2 and click Next.

4. From the Server name list, select the server where you want to create the instance.

5. In the Instance name box, type a name for the instance.

6. From the Plan list, select the backup plan to use for the instances and databases.

   The backup plan specifies how often the software backs up the instances and databases.

7. In the DB2 Home box, type the full path to the DB2 home directory.

8. Under the DB2 user account section, from the Credential list, select a saved credential. You can also add a credential as per requirement. For more information about adding the credential, see Adding Credential.

9. Click Add.

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