ActiveMQ
Version: 5.17.4 | OS: Ubuntu 22.04
Overview
Apache ActiveMQ is an open-source message-oriented middleware (MOM) broker service written in Java. It allows applications to communicate with one another using messages and provides various features for robust and scalable messaging.
Included Software
- ActiveMQ - 5.17.4
- Java - 11
Firewall & Access
| Port | Service | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | SSH (rate limited) | Secure server access |
| 8161 | ActiveMQ | Admin dashboard and messaging access |
Initial Deployment
During the deployment process:
- ActiveMQ is installed and configured
- The admin password is set and saved to a secure location
- You will be logged out with the message:
Please wait until the installation is completed....
Connection to $IPADDRESS closed.
Wait at least 2 minutes before logging back in.
Accessing the Instance
- Login to your instance:
ssh ubuntu@$IPADDRESS
- Switch to root:
sudo su -
Accessing ActiveMQ
- Admin credentials are stored at:
/root/.activemq_admin_password
- Access the Admin dashboard:
http://$IPADDRESS:8161/admin
- Access the user interface:
http://$IPADDRESS:8161
Login using the Admin credentials from the file mentioned above.