If you encounter an issue or need to temporarily disable Jira for regular upkeep, having the knowledge of how to properly shut it down can prevent any potential loss of information and system instability. In this article, we will walk you through the essential procedures for safely stopping Jira, causing minimal interruptions to your team’s productivity.
Stopping Jira Service
Before any modification or maintenance work, it’s good practice to stop your Jira service. Doing so prevents any new changes from being made while you work, thereby reducing the risk of errors or conflicts.
Stopping Jira via Command Line
If you’re comfortable using the command line, you can stop Jira using a single command. This works for both Windows and Linux systems, with slight differences in the command syntax.
For Linux:
cd /path/to/jira-installation-directory/bin
./stop-jira.sh
For Windows:
cd C:\path\to\jira-installation-directory\bin
stop-jira.bat
Stopping Jira via Jira Service Management
If you prefer a graphical user interface, you can stop Jira through the Jira Service Management. Here’s how:
- Open the Jira Service Management.
- Select your instance.
- Click on the Actions dropdown menu.
- Then click on Stop.
After a moment, your Jira service should be successfully stopped.
Concluding Thoughts
Stopping Jira, whether you’re using the command line or the Jira Service Management, can be done in just a few steps. It’s a simple but essential process for any Jira administrator to know. Remember, always ensure all your work is saved before stopping Jira. This will avoid any unsaved work from being lost. With this, you are equipped to stop Jira safely whenever needed.