Tcp/Ip Connectivity Utilities (5722-Tc1); Enterprise-Class Tcp/Ip For Real Business Networks; Gui Configuration Support - IBM i series Handbook

TCP/IP Connectivity Utilities (5722-TC1)

TCP/IP Connectivity Utilities (5722-TC1)
The TCP/IP communication protocol function, along with related administration and
configurations, is packaged with OS/400. TCP/IP applications, such as TELNET, Simple Mail
Transfer Protocol (SMTP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Routing Information Protocol 1 and 2
(RIP), and LPR/LPD (remote print support) remain part of the TCP/IP Utilities along with the
Pascal-based API. These TCP/IP Utilities are automatically shipped to all customers that
order OS/400.
TCP/IP is fundamental to the network computing paradigm. Much of the new iSeries
e-business infrastructure runs exclusively on TCP/IP, including Lotus Domino, Java,
WebSphere, Web serving, and IBM Network Stations. Recent TCP/IP enhancements make
iSeries an even more powerful e-business server.

Enterprise-class TCP/IP for Real Business Networks

TCP/IP is an extremely popular protocol and is now regarded as the de facto standard for
computer networking. iSeries servers come with a complete and robust suite of TCP/IP
protocols, servers and services. It is easy to implement full-featured intranets by simply
cabling iSeries servers and workstations together and starting the desired services. In most
cases, no additional software or hardware is required.

GUI Configuration Support

TCP/IP networking on iSeries is simpler than ever to administer, manage TCP/IP server from
a single graphical interface. You can define Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP),
Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) servers, and many
others directly from the Operations Navigator running on a PC client.
iSeries TCP/IP configuration can be managed through all new graphical user interfaces which
is now integrated with the iSeries Operations Navigator. Included is a graphical wizard that
provides simplified step-by-step guidance for configuring TCP/IP. A service to centrally
administer all workstation configuration data for IP networks is included with OS/400. This
service is based on the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). iSeries server network
administration has never been easier.
The TCP/IP protocol stack on the iSeries is tuned for robust, secure, and scalable TCP/IP
services and servers. The results in significant improvements in capacity for TCP/IP users.
TCP/IP Connectivity Utilities – New with V5R1
TCP/IP Connectivity Utilities software enhancements in V5R1 include:
• Domain Name System (DNS): Now reaches industry level BIND 8.2 and dynamic
update capabilities (DDNS). Combined with enhancements made to Dynamic Host
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