Restrictions

PFD Definition File

If a file meets the following four conditions, it is shown on the Wor Definition Files display as a PFD definition file even if it is not cr definition file.

Ÿ

The

file

is

a

physical

file

Ÿ

The

file

is

not

a

source file

Ÿ

The

file

is

not

a

DDM

file

ŸThe record length is 80

It is recommended that you use files created using the Print Format

Font

1. It

is not

checked if the specified

font exists. If the font d

are

issued

when your printout is sent

to the printer.

2.It is not checked if the specified font is an SBCS font or a D specify a DBCS font for SBCS characters or specify an SBCS font for characters, the result depends on the text to be printed. The te

printed with unexpected characters, or not printed with some errors

3.On the Work with PFD Definition Fonts display you can select *DEFAULT specify the default font value of the text element, the box elem graphics element. When you print a page using *DEFAULT without any

changes,

the

Courier

10 font (FONT ID 11) is sent to

the printer.

use

the

type 1 printer (IBM 4224/4234/4230)

under

the

printer mo

does

not

have

Courier

10, (such as the draft

mode

of

the

4224

can

not

print

a

page

with *ABSOLUTE for the print

fidelity. In

such

select *CONTENT

for the

print fidelity.

 

 

 

 

Page Segment

1. It

is

not

checked

if

the

specified

page

segment

exists. If

th

does

not exist in a library in

the

library

list of

the

job,

erro

your

printout

is

 

sent

to

the

printer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. When

a

database

file

printout

is sent to the printer, the librari

of

the

job

that

created

the

printout

are

searched

to

 

locate

the

segment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You

need

to

do

 

the

following

before

you

print

a

database file

me

PFD

definition:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Put

the

correct

page

segment

in

a

library.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Put

the

library

in

the

library

list.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

Make

sure

the

library

 

that

contains

the

page

segment

appears

in

 

list

before

any

other

library

containing

a

page

segment

of

the

3. It

is

unpredictable

which

font

will be used if a

page

segment

c

font

used to print the text can not be specified. Depending on th

font

specified

for

text

within

a

page

segment

may

be

used,

or

t

font

may be

used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. The

program

does

not

verify

 

if

a page segment contains either or

IO1

format

images. IM1

images may

not

be

printed

in

desired

resol

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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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