JMX Console

Documentation

Comprehensive guide for monitoring and managing Java applications using the JMX Console platform.

Overview

What is JMX Console?

JMX Console provides an intuitive web-based interface for monitoring and managing Java applications using JMX (Java Management Extensions). It allows real-time oversight of system performance, configuration adjustments, and access to detailed diagnostic information.

Who Should Use It?

  • System Administrators
  • Java Developers
  • Performance Engineers

Key Features

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MBean Browser

Explore and interact with JMX MBeans in real-time. Access attributes, operations, and notifications for detailed diagnostics.

Dynamic Configuration

Modify application configurations on-the-fly using JMX operations without interrupting service operation.

🔍

Performance Monitoring

Visualize metrics such as heap usage, thread count, and GC pauses in real-time with interactive charts.

🔐

Security Management

Configure authentication and access control policies through secure JMX credentials and role-based management.

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Metrics Dashboard

Visualize real-time JVM metrics including CPU, memory, and thread usage with animated data representations.

Remote Monitoring

Connect to remote Java applications securely using JMX remote connectors with encryption support.

Setup Guide

1. Enable JMX in Java Applications

java -Dcom.sun.management.jmxremote 
     -Dcom.sun.management.jmxremote.port=12345 
     -Dcom.sun.management.jmxremote.authenticate=true 
     -Dcom.sun.management.jmxremote.ssl=true 
     -Dcom.sun.management.jmxremote.ssl.config.file=ssl.config 
     -jar your-application.jar
                    

2. Configure Authentication

Create a `jmxremote.access` file and `jmxremote.password` file with proper permissions.

MonitorUser readonly AdminUser readwrite

3. Connect via JMX Console

Access the JMX Console web interface and enter your JMX connection details:

Host:

localhost

Port:

12345

Credentials:

AdminUser/password

API Reference

Available Operations

getMemoryUsage

Returns current heap and non-heap memory statistics

{
  "heap": {
    "used": 84529280,
    "max": 2147483648
  },
  "nonHeap": {
    "used": 14680364,
    "max": 0
  }
}
                        

gcTrigger

Triggers a garbage collection cycle

{
  "status": "success",
  "message": "Full GC cycle initiated at 2025-08-26T10:34:22Z",
  "durationMs": 214
}
                        

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