Connector/J Installation
You can install the Connector/J package using either the binary or source distribution. The binary distribution provides the easiest method for installation; the source distribution lets you customize your installation further. With either solution, you manually add the Connector/J location to your Java CLASSPATH.
If you are upgrading from a previous version, read the upgrade information in , "Upgrading from an Older Version" before continuing.
Connector/J is also available as part of the Maven project. For more information, and to download the Connector/J JAR files, see the Maven repository.