Requirements

This page outlines the requirements for installing and using the Access Decision Service (ADS), regardless of the chosen mode (ADS, ADS with CAQ, or CAQ only).

	Requirements
Java virtual machine	- Java SE 17 (64-bit) - Java SE 21 (64-bit)
Platform	ADS is a JVM-based application and is compatible with any platform that supports an official, production-ready Java Virtual Machine.
Memory	At least 512 MB.
Ports	TCP port 8080 Ensuring this port is not occupied by other applications is crucial for the stable operation of ADS. Alternatively, you may configure a custom port to suit your specific environment as described in the Service ports section.

License and keys

To install ADS, regardless of your chosen configuration (ADS, ADS with CAQ, or CAQ only), certain key components are needed, including:

• License file provided by Axiomatics
• Secrets and keys

Contact Axiomatics Customer SupportOpens in a new tab if any of these components are missing.

Configuration	Information
ADS	- Upgrading from ADS 1.x to ADS 26.1: new license required. - Upgrading from ADS 2.x to ADS 26.1: old license file is valid.
ADS with CAQ	New license required.
CAQ only	New license required even if you were using the legacy CAQ stand-alone deployment.