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iSeries AS/400 Multiple
System
Console Program (MSCP) with ES/Server
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Full System Console Control for Multiple AS/400s
or Combination of AS/400?s and
AS/36?s
Over a TCP/IP LAN, WAN or Virtual Private Network (VPN)
PLEASE NOTE: This is a
discontinued product.
Please click here
to be redirected to the replacement product,
the NLynx USB Twinax Emulation Kit as Remote
Console
Overview
With ES/Server from NLynx you can eliminate the problems of
administering the System Console function in a multiple AS/400 environment. The
Multiple System Console Program (MSCP)
configuration will make System Console administration of multiple AS/400s as simple as
opening a Window on a LAN attached PC.
The System Console is typically a "dumb" Twinax Display
Station attached to Port 0 / Address 0 of your AS/400 or AS/36. The System Console
is the only terminal that can:
- Perform certain System Maintenance and Configuration Procedures
- Execute certain type of System Backups
- Respond to certain types of messages
In the multiple system environment, this requires one terminal per
AS/400. It also requires that an operator be on site to respond to the message, or
perform the particular procedure that can only be executed from the System Console.
When the operator is not on site, it usually requires a phone call or a page to a standby
operations person who would need to either travel to the office or diagnose the problem
over the phone.
ES/Server MSCP will allow these AS/400 or AS/36
"System Console Functions" to be handled from anywhere on your LAN, WAN or VPN.
This also includes dial-in to a network attached Remote Access Server (RAS) such as
a Shiva LanRover or a BOSaNOVA LanLynk. This
eliminates the necessity of the AS/400 operator to be at the normal location for the
System Console - the computer room.
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Form)
Applications for MSCP with ES/Server
- Control Multiple AS/400s from a single System Console
- Control an AS/36 and AS/400 from the same System Console
- Allows upgrading from one system to a new system to be more convenient. You can
also configure additional sessions from each system, up to seven (7) from each ES/Server
Twinax Card.
- Allow a local network PC to be System Console for an AS/400 at a
remote location - Improves system operation capabilities at other locations
without the need for a system operator.
- Allow System Consoles to be anywhere on your LAN/WAN/VPN
Some Features of MSCP with ES/Server
- Flexible Twinax connection means increased productivity.
The ES/Server solution uses a Twinax connection to the host IBM midrange system through a
gateway server PC, which means that it can support the IBM AS/400, System/36 and Advanced
Series/36. Since the server provides a single point of contact to the midrange host, there
is less configuration and operating overhead, providing better overall host performance.
- Simple, intuitive installation and configuration. On the PC
side, a single protocol can be used for both LAN and host PCs, and since ES/Server is a
native Twinax gateway, it does not require the overhead and configuration complexities of
an APPC router. ES/Server supports IPX, TCP/IP, and NetBEUI between the Client PC and
Gateway, saving the user from having to configure multiple protocol stacks. And the
Emerald Series Client software installs quickly and easily, using industry-standard LAN
interfaces.
- Supports most common protocols. ES/Server supports the most
common protocols, provided with Windows 95 and Windows NT support in a single solution.
- Multilanguage support. Localized product for English,
French, Italian, German, and Spanish.
- Hotspots identify host menu items. Host menu items and
function keys can be assigned colors. Employ this aesthetic and intuitive approach to
locate them quickly and easily, with the simple point-and-click of a mouse button.
- Keystroke memory and playback (macros). Predefine
keystrokes for automated sign-on, repetitive data entry, or unattended operation. Store as
many as 2,048 keystrokes in up to 24 keyboard macros.
- ETU? file transfer support. ETU, an industry standard from
NLynx Systems, allows direct file transfer between the PC and System/36, Advanced
Series/36, or AS/400.
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- Graphical keyboard mapping allows easy reconfiguration to support
existing keyboards.
- Screen customizations includes color, cursor, field separator character,
and font options.
- Session pooling for access to multiple ES/Server gateways or sessions.
- Standard edit commands to edit, copy, and paste.
- Custom toolbar allows users to create their own easy-to-use buttons for
frequently used items, including macros.
- 80- or 132-column monochrome or color display support.
- Advanced printer support, either direct or network attached.
- Drop-down menu support using the right mouse button.
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System Requirements
Gateway Server
- 486 or Pentium? processor-equipped PC
- Windows 95 or Windows NT
- CD-ROM or floppy disk drive
- Hard disk with a minimum of 6MB available
- One ISA slot (for the ES/Server adapter card)
- LAN adapter (for client connection)
- Minimum of 4MB RAM (depending on protocols used), 8MB recommended
Client PC
- 386, 486, Pentium processor-equipped PC
- Windows 95, Windows NT 3.51 or later
- Hard disk with a minimum of 4MB available
- Minimum 4MB RAM (depending on operating system and protocols used)
- NIC (for connection to gateway server)
Device Types Supported
Displays:
24x80 mono or color and 27x132 mono or color
Printers Emulated:
3812, 5219–D, 4214–2, 4210–1, 5225–1-4,
5224–1-2, 5256–1-3,
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The ES/Server Package:
- ES/Server Twinax Adapter (MSCP requires multiple ES/Server Twinax
Adapters)
- ES/Server software (3.5"diskettes)
- ES/Server Quick Install Guide
- Twinax T-connector
Regulatory Approval: FCC, CE
Warranty:
NLynx provides a one-year limited warranty on the hardware and 90 days
for firmware/software.
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For more information on ES/Server, contact us at
800-597-2525
or e-mail us at
info@twindata.com
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