Task

 

 

 

 

How to Do

the

Task

 

 

Change

the mark

to

a

meaningful

name

Specify theElementname

inpromptthe.

Specify values

of

a

variable

fieldEncloseas pageth

field name

with & and . like:

segment

name

 

 

 

&PRODCT.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: This is allowed on the Record

 

 

 

 

 

Layout

only.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Record Layout Element

Note: The following description assumes that you are on one of the foll displays:

The

Place

Record

Layout

Detail

display

The

Change

Record

Layout

Detail

display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Task

 

 

 

 

How to

Do

the

Task

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change

 

the mark to a meaningful

name

Specify theElementname inpromptthe.

Print

the record layout

in the

pageSpecifymore the repetition number in the

than

once

 

 

Repetitionprompt.

Change

 

the sequence of repeated Sprecordsify

1

or 2Directionin theprompt.

in the

page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change the distances between recordSpecify the distanceDistancein theprompt.

layouts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tasks Related to Database

File

Selection

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note:

The

following

description assumes

that

you

are

on

the

Specify

Dat

File

display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Type

the

database

file Databasename in

thefileprompt, or show

the

list

of

the

database file

names

by

pressing

the

F4

key

and

select

one.

 

 

2. Type

the

library nameLibraryin theprompt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Type

the

record format Recordname in theformatprompt, or show the

list

of

 

the record

format names

by pressing

the F4

key

and select

one.

4. Press Enter.

Tasks Related to Record Selection

Note:

The

following description assumes that you are on the Specify Re

Selection

display.

 

 

1. Type

the

field

nameFieldin F4thefor column,list

or show the list of the fie

names

by

pressing

the F4 key and select one.

2. Type

one

of the

following testTestnamescolumin. the

Ÿ

EQ

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

NE

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

LE

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

GE

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

LT

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

GT

 

 

 

 

Ÿ

RANGE

 

 

 

 

3. Type the

value Valuein the(Field, number, or 'charactecolumn or') show the

 

list

of the field names

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IBM AS/400 manual Record Layout Element, Tasks Related to Record Selection, Range

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.