Tomcat service on Windows Server 2019 starts automatically after being killed

Tomcat service on Windows Server 2019 starts automatically after being killed

If you are encountering a situation where the Tomcat service on your Windows Server 2019 starts automatically after being killed, it can be quite frustrating. However, there are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve this issue. This article will guide you through the process.

Step 1: Check for conflicting applications

Firstly, it's important to check if there are any conflicting applications or services that might be causing the Tomcat service to restart automatically. Sometimes, other software or processes can interfere with the normal functioning of Tomcat.

Here's what you can do:

1. Open the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc or right-clicking on the taskbar and selecting "Task Manager".
2. Go to the "Processes" tab and look for any applications or processes that might be related to Tomcat.
3. If you find any, right-click on them and choose "End Task" or "End Process".
4. Restart your server and check if the Tomcat service still starts automatically after being killed. If the issue persists, proceed to the next step.

Step 2: Disable automatic restart

In some cases, the automatic restart of the Tomcat service might be enabled in the Windows Server settings. To ensure that the service doesn't restart on its own, you can disable this feature.

Follow these steps:

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type services.msc and press Enter to open the Services window.
3. Scroll down and find the Tomcat service in the list.
4. Right-click on the Tomcat service and select "Properties".
5. In the Properties window, go to the "Recovery" tab.
6. For the options labeled "First failure", "Second failure", and "Subsequent failures", select "Take No Action" from the drop-down menus.
7. Click on "Apply" and then "OK" to save the changes.

After making these changes, restart your server and check if the Tomcat service still starts automatically after being killed.

Step 3: Update Tomcat

If the issue persists, it's possible that you are experiencing a known bug or compatibility issue with the version of Tomcat you are using. Updating to the latest version can often resolve such problems.

Here's how you can update Tomcat:

1. Visit the official Apache Tomcat website (https://tomcat.apache.org).
2. Navigate to the "Downloads" section and find the latest stable release of Tomcat.
3. Download the installer or the zip file based on your preference.
4. Follow the installation instructions provided by the Tomcat documentation.
5. Once the update is complete, restart your server and check if the issue is resolved.

Conclusion

Dealing with a Tomcat service that starts automatically after being killed can be frustrating, but by following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to troubleshoot and resolve the issue. Remember to check for conflicting applications, disable automatic restart, and consider updating Tomcat to the latest version if necessary.