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| AS400 Solutions >Twinax and IBM LAN Connectivity >Overview |
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Twinax Connectivity
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For many years now, IBM System/36 and AS/400 users have invested in Twinax infrastructure. This cabling system provided a simple and efficient method of connecting PCs and terminals to the midrange host computer, although access was restricted to interaction with the host computer only, via the Twinax line.
All that changed when IBM released OS/400 V3R7, which supported the Telnet protocol (TN5250e), allowing terminal and printer emulation over TCP/IP. This opened up new possibilities because it enabled Twinax devices to be connected to AS/400s via TCP/IP.
Nowadays, the trend in networking is toward establishing Intranets and Extranets. When designing these systems, organizations may choose to retain all or part of their investment in Twinax. Designed to protect and enhance the organization's existing infrastructure, BOScom's Twinax connectivity solutions are available for both Ethernet TCP/IP and SNA APPC networks. |
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Ethernet TCP/IP Networks
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For TCP/IP Intranet and extranets and Internet access, BOScom offers the e-Twin@x family of complete hardware/software solutions to connect PCs and terminals to one or more iSeries systems. Designed to optimize the organization's existing equipment (e.g., cabling, active stars, sockets, terminals, emulation cards, etc.), these solutions also improve workstation performance. The e-Twin@x Family includes:
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e-Twin@x Controller
This device can be used either locally or remotely to support all Twinax displays (including dumb terminals and PCs with emulation software) and SCS and IPDS printers, and existing Twinax cabling. It eliminates all SNA, AnyNet and MPTN traffic, leaving the network with a single protocol: pure TCP/IP which is easy to configure and maintain and is routable. For remote locations, it provides a secure, low cost connection to the host over the Internet, saving organizations thousands of dollars each month in leased line costs. The e-TwinSt@r series enables direct connection of Twinax devices running over CAT-5 (Twisted pair) cabling. It replaces an active star hub and allows full utilization of all eight (or 16) RJ45 sockets.
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e-TwinPrint
Reverse Protocol Converter providing Twinax to host over TCP/IP for Printers. This device connects a lone Twinax printer (e.g., a shipping document printer on the loading dock) to the TCP/IP network. Easily configured and maintained via the Web, it reduces the support burden on IT staff. |
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SNA APPC Client/Server Networks
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For SNA APPC client/server networks, BOScom offers two solutions:
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BOSâNOVA® Plus
A complete hardware/software solution, which includes a choice of adapter card (PCI or ISA) and a suite of communications software that connects PCs and PC printers to either iSeries or Systems/36 hosts.
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Native Plus
Twinax adapter card that connects PCs and PC printers to the iSeries over existing Twinax cabling, enabling them to perform as enhanced iSeries terminals and printers. Bundled Native Plus software supports Windows 3.x/95/98/NT APPC client software installed on the PC. |
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