Appendix F. Portability to Other Systems

The IBM Advanced Function Printing Utilities for AS/400 generates AFPDS fo resources (overlays and page segments) and spooled files. AFPDS is comp between the AS/400 and other systems such as MVS, VM, and DOS/VSE.

Therefore the resources and spooled files created by the IBM Adv Printing Utilities for AS/400 can be basically used on other systems AFPDS resources and spooled files except with the following restrictio

 

Even

though

you

avoid

all

these

restrictions,

there

may

be

cases

wh

 

print the resources or spooled files correctly. You should verify th

 

satisfactory

when

it

is

printed

on

other

systems.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

IBM

Advanced

Function

Printing

 

Utilities

for

AS/400

Version

2

Releas

 

later releases

has

the

function

to

convert

overlay

objects

and

page

 

the

AS/400

system

 

to

physical database files

which

can

be

used

on

the

OS/2

system. You

can

send

the converted

files

to

those

systems

communication

function

or

the

Clinet

Access

for

AS/400

on the

AS/400

syste

 

Note:

The IBM Advanced Function Printing Utilities for

AS/400

does

not

p

 

the

functions

to

 

send

the

resources

and

spooled files

from

the AS/4

Restrictions

IPDS Towers

The

IBM

Advanced Function Printing Utilities for

AS/400

uses

the followin

data-type

towers:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Data

 

type

IPDS

tower

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Text

 

 

PT1 PT2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IM

image

 

IM1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IO

image

 

IO1 (IOCA function set 10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graphics

 

DR1 DR2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bar

 

codes

 

BC1

(for

printer

type 1,

2,

3,

9)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PT1 (for printer type 4, 5, 6)

 

 

 

 

 

 

If

the

 

resource

contains

an

IPDS

tower

that

is not supported by t

the resource cannot be used.

For example,

you

cannot

use

resources

bar code

(BC1

tower) on

the

3820

printers.

 

 

 

 

To

 

avoid

 

this restriction, you should specify

only

those

printers tha

towers used

in

the overlay specifications

or

the

PFD

specifications.

PT2 Tower (Underline and

Overstrike)

 

 

 

If you specifyY for Underlinethe

prompt

or

a characterOverstrikefor theprompt on

the Define Text Detail display or

the Define Box Detail display, t

Function

Printing Utilities

for

AS/400

generates PT2 tower data stream f

You can

print

it

on printers that do not support

the

PT2 tower

if

attached

to

the

AS/400 system, because the PT2

data

stream is

conve

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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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