Sun Java System Portal Server 7.1 Configuration Guide

ProcedureTo Test Federated Search

  1. Use the rdmserver front-end by:

    1. Go to http://host-name.red.iplanet.com/search-server-ID/testrdm.html

    2. Select “rd-request” for Type, select “search“ for “Query Language.”

    3. Enter a federated db such as “google” for “Database.”

    4. Enter a query such as “java” for “Scope”.

    5. Click “Submit GET.”

    6. Verify that search results are returned.

  2. Use the Search channel by modifying Search channel JSPs, such as dbMenu.jsp, results.jsp, and searchOnly.jsp to add federated databases to the database list and view attributes for federated search results.