Figure

24 (Page

2 of

2).

Common Function Keys for all Operations on the Design Display

Key

Function

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roll Up

Forward

Moves

the

image

area

toward

the

bottom line.

(Page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Down)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roll

Backward

Moves

the

image

area

toward

the

top line.

Down

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Page

Up)

You are in the base operation when:

Ÿ

You

enter the

Design display.

 

Ÿ

You

end the operation of defining an

element by pressing the F3 o

Ÿ

You

complete an

operation on the Design

display.

You can use the following keys in the base operation.

 

Figure

25. Function Keys for Base Operation on the Design Display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key

 

Function

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F3

 

Exit

 

Exits

the

Design

display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F4

@

Sort

 

Sorts

the

element list by the field on which the cursor

 

 

 

 

 

positioned. The

fields

which

can

be

used

 

to

sort

the

lis

 

 

 

 

 

NBR,

NAME,

ACROSS,

and

DOWN.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This

function

cannot

be

used

in

the

screen

view.

 

 

 

 

F6

 

Text

 

Defines

a

text

element.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F9

 

Line

 

Defines

a

line element. Press this key twice, to enter the

 

 

 

 

 

and

end

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F10

 

Box

 

Defines

a

box

element. Press

this key

twice, to

enter

the

 

 

 

 

 

and

end

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F11

 

Bar

code

Defines

a

 

bar

code

element.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F13

 

Place

 

Places

a

page segment,

 

a graphic,

or a record layout. Pla

 

 

 

 

 

the cursor at the desired

position

and

press

the

F13

ke

 

 

 

 

 

press

the

F6

 

key

at the two opposite corners of a rect

 

 

 

 

 

place

a

graphic,

the

F9

key

to

place

a

page

segment,

or

 

 

 

 

 

the

F11

key to place the record layout.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You

can

place

the

record layout only when you are on th

 

 

 

 

 

Design

Page

Layout

display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F14

 

Change

Changes

an

existing

element. Place

the

cursor

on

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

element's

mark

(or

the

element's

line

in

list

view,

and pres

 

 

 

 

 

F14

key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F17

 

Switch

view

Switches

the

 

view

back

and

forth

between

the

screen

vie

 

 

 

 

 

the

list

view.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F21

*

Element

Initiates

the

element

edit

operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

edit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F22

*

Block

edit

Initiates

 

the

block

 

edit

operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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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