Ÿ Convert a page segment or an overlay to a physical file member. ( then transfer these AFP resource objects to other systems such a System/370.)

ŸCopy, delete, rename, and print an overlay object, or display and

description of an overlay object.

ŸCopy, delete, rename, and print a page segment, or display and c description of a page segment.

AFP Resource

and AFP

Utilities

for

AS/400

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There are five kinds of AFP resources. The following table describes

 

 

relationship

between AFP

resources and AFP Utilities for AS/400.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AFP Resource

AS/400

Object

Relationship

to

AFP

Utilities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Type

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overlay

 

*OVL

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Create, change, copy, delete, print, rename,

 

 

 

 

 

 

display

and change description, and

convert

 

 

 

 

 

 

to

a

physical

file.

 

 

 

 

 

Page

segment

 

*PAGSEG

Create

2,

copy,

delete, print,

rename,

display

 

 

 

 

 

 

and change description, and convert to a

 

 

 

 

 

 

physical

file.

 

 

 

 

 

Form

definition

 

*FORMDF

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

A form definitionname or special value

 

 

 

 

 

 

*INLINE can be specified for printing

 

 

 

 

 

database

file

members.

 

 

 

 

 

Page

definition

*PAGDFN

No

relation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Font

 

 

*FNTRSC

Font resources, both AS/400-resident and

 

 

 

 

 

printer-resident, are used to

print

text wi

 

 

 

 

 

the Overlay Utility and the Print Format

 

 

 

 

 

Utility.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

means

that

an

AFP Utilities

for

AS/400

source

overlay is

used.

2

means

that

a

physical file

or

a

PC

document

is

used.

 

 

3

The

Form definition option can be

specified

when

printing

a database f

when defining

printout specifications

for PFD Definitions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Requirements for Use

of

the

AFP

Utilities

for

AS/400

To

use

the

AFP

Utilities

for

AS/400, the following hardware and softwa

are required.

 

 

 

Hardware Requirement

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Any

model

of

AS/400.

 

 

ŸAny model of a 5250 display terminal or 5250 emulated work station t

supports an 80 x 24 display size.

For DBCS support, a DBCS display work station is required.

Ÿ One of the following IPDS printers is required:

– 4224, 4230, 4234-12, 4230-102, 4247, 6400, 6404, 6408, 3130, 31 3812, 3816, 3930, 3112, 3116, 4312, 4317, 3912, 3916, 3931, 4028 with the Arctic attachment

– 3820 with SNA LU6.2 (SDLC attachment)

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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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