E.2.1 Planning Books

The following hard-copy books are part of the OS/390 Installation Planning Kit which can be ordered by publication number GK2T-6710:

Book Title

Publication

 

Number

 

 

OS/390 Introduction and Release Guide

GC28-1725

OS/390 Information Roadmap

GC28-1727

OS/390 Planning for Installation

GC28-1726

SystemView for MVS Up and Running!

GC28-1241

The Year 2000 and 2-Digit Dates: Guide

GC28-1251

OS/390 BookManager Hints and Tips

GC28-1987

 

 

Other OS/390 Books: There are many other introductory and planning books available in the OS/390 library. Here are some of the most important ones you should be familiar with:

Book Title

Publication

 

Number

 

 

Custom-Built Offerings Planning

SC23-0352

ServerPac: Using the Installation Dialog

SC28-1244

OS/390 MVS Planning: Operations

GC28-1760

OS/390 MVS Planning: Global Resource Serialization

GC28-1759

OS/390 MVS System Data Set Definition

GC28-1782

OS/390 MVS Device Validation Support

GC28-1748

DFSMS/MVS General Information

GC26-4900

DFSMS/MVS Library Guide

GC26-4902

DFSMS/MVS Planning for Installation

SC26-4919

OS/390 TSO/E General Information

GC28-1964

OS/390 JES2 Introduction

GC28-1794

IBM BookManager READ/MVS and BUILD/MVS: General Information

GC38-2032

IBM BookManager READ/MVS: Getting Started

SC38-2033

OS/390 Printing Softcopy BOOKs

S544-5354

OS/390 HCD Planning

GC28-1750

OS/390 HCM Users Guide

SC33-6595

OSA Planning

GC23-3870

MVS Planning: Security

GC28-1439

OS/390 Security Server (RACF) Introduction

GC28-1912

OS/390 ISPF Getting Started

SC28-1294

OS/390 SDSF Guide and Reference

SC28-1622

HLASM General Information

GC26-4943

GDDM General Information

GC33-0866

OS/390 Parallel Sysplex Overview

GC28-1860

OS/390 MVS Planning: Workload Management

GC28-1761

CustomPac Installation Dialogs

SA22-7240

OS/390 MVS Recovery and Reconfiguration Guide

GC28-1777

 

 

E.2.2 OS/390 Online Product Library

Book Title

Publication

 

Number

 

 

OS/390 Online Collection

SK2T-6700

 

 

558VSE to OS/390 Migration Workbook

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IBM manual Planning Books, 2 OS/390 Online Product Library, Book Title Publication Number, SK2T-6700

OS/390 specifications

IBM OS/390, a versatile operating system, was a cornerstone in enterprise environments and played a pivotal role in mainframe computing. Released in the mid-1990s, OS/390 combined the strengths of IBM's MVS (Multiple Virtual Storage) with new features and enhancements, targeting scalability, reliability, and performance in demanding business applications.

One of the key features of OS/390 was its robust support for multiple users and processes. The system allowed thousands of concurrent users to access applications and data, ensuring high availability and minimizing downtime—a critical requirement for many large organizations. This scalability was supported through various enhancements in memory management and processor scheduling, enabling optimal resource allocation across diverse workloads.

OS/390 was known for its superior workload management capabilities. The Workload Manager (WLM) component allowed administrators to define service policies, specifying how system resources would be allocated according to the priority of tasks. This ensured that critical business processes received the necessary resources while less critical tasks were managed more flexibly.

Another significant characteristic of OS/390 was its commitment to security. The operating system provided comprehensive security features, including user authentication, data encryption, and auditing capabilities. This focus on security was vital for organizations handling sensitive data, ensuring compliance with regulations and safeguarding against unauthorized access.

OS/390 also supported advanced technologies that facilitated integration and development. The system included features like the IBM CICS (Customer Information Control System) for transaction processing and IMS (Information Management System) for database management. These technologies allowed organizations to build robust, high-performance applications tailored to specific business needs.

The ease of network integration was another strength of OS/390. With the advent of the Internet and global connectivity, OS/390 systems could easily interface with various network protocols, enabling businesses to operate in a connected world. This inclusion paved the way for many organizations to expand their capabilities and offer new services, driving digital transformation.

In conclusion, IBM OS/390 represented a significant advancement in mainframe technology, combining scalability, security, and robust workload management. Its rich feature set and support for critical enterprise applications solidified its role as a vital component of many organizations' IT infrastructures, ensuring they could meet their operational challenges head-on while supporting future growth. As technology continues to evolve, the legacy of OS/390 remains influential in the realm of computing.