Field Name

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Type

Shows

the type of the fields

which are contained in the spec

 

format.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

Packed

decimal

data

field.

 

Z

Zoned

 

decimal

data

field.

 

B

Binary

data

field.

 

 

 

 

F

Floating

point

data field.

 

C

Character

data

field.

 

 

 

D

DBCS data-capable field.

 

 

 

VC

Variable

character

data field.

 

VD

Variable DBCS data-capable field.

 

L

Date

data

field.

 

 

 

 

T

Time

data

field.

 

 

 

 

S

Timestamp

data

field.

 

 

 

G

DBCS-graphic data field.

 

 

 

VG

Variable DBCS-graphic data field.

Text

Shows

the description

text

of

the fields.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Type 1 in Optthecolumn beside the fields to be selected and press the

Design Record Layout

 

In

this

section, records

are

distinguished depending

on

their

definiti

 

Ÿ

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record

defined

in

the

database

filedatabaseis filereferred

to

as a

 

 

record .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

The

record

defined

by

the

following

process

with

the

Print

Format

 

on

the

database file record will be

simplyrecord

referred.

to

as a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

à

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design Record Layout

 

Columns:

ð

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1- 74

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control . .

 

PFD definition .

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+

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3

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ðð2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ðð9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð1ð

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð14

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð15

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ð17

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F3=Exit

 

 

 

F6=Text

 

 

F9=Line

 

F1ð=Box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F11=Bar code

F21=Element edit

 

F22=Block edit

F24=More keys

 

 

 

 

 

 

á

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Initially,

there

is

nothing

defined

in

the

record. From this display, y

 

the

record

layout,

that

is,

which

fields

of the database file membe

 

elements

such

as a line, a box, or

a bar

code will be printed at

 

the

record

which is defined for the PFD

definition.

158 AFP Utilities for AS/400

User’s

Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AS/400 specifications

The IBM AS/400, now known as the IBM iSeries, is a midrange computer system that has been a cornerstone of enterprise computing since its introduction in 1988. Designed to provide a robust platform for business applications, the AS/400 is celebrated for its reliability, scalability, and integrated database capabilities.

One of the key features of the AS/400 is its Integrated Operating Environment, which blends hardware and software resources seamlessly. This integration allows businesses to execute diverse workloads, ranging from traditional applications to modern web-based services, all on a single platform. The operating system, OS/400 (now IBM i), offers a rich set of APIs and tools for developers, simplifying application development and management.

Another standout characteristic of the AS/400 is its built-in database, DB2 for i. This powerful relational database management system allows for efficient data handling and provides advanced features such as support for SQL, XML, and JSON, making it easier for businesses to manage their data and integrate it with other systems. The database's tight integration with the operating system enables high performance and security.

In terms of scalability, the AS/400 can accommodate small businesses as well as large enterprises, with the ability to support hundreds of users simultaneously. Its architecture allows for easy upgrades in hardware, meaning that organizations can scale their systems without replacing the entire infrastructure.

Security is another critical attribute of the AS/400. With a sophisticated security model, it offers built-in user authentication, access control, encryption, and auditing capabilities to protect data and applications from unauthorized access.

The AS/400 also supports multiple programming languages, including RPG, COBOL, Java, and PHP, giving organizations the flexibility to choose the development tools that best fit their needs. This diversity helps maintain legacy applications while also developing new ones that leverage modern technologies.

Moreover, the platform supports both traditional green-screen interfaces and modern graphical user interfaces, allowing organizations to transition smoothly into contemporary user experience paradigms.

Overall, the IBM AS/400 stands out as a resilient, flexible, and secure computing platform that enables organizations to effectively manage their business operations, streamline processes, and adapt to changing market demands. Its unique combination of integrated features and capabilities ensures that it remains relevant in today's fast-paced technology landscape.
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