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BSC Online Test Program (SYSBOL T)
The BSC online test program (SYSBOL T) tests the
communications link for proper operation. This utility
aids in detecting -and/or correcting malfunctions and can
be run when you suspect problems in the
communications link. This utility can be run with any
BSC system with which the IBM 5280 can
communicate, provided the host system has requester/
responder capability and supports at least one of the
tests that the IBM 5280 supports.
The SYSBSCBA communications access method (CAM)
must be loaded into a background partition. Then the
SYSBOL T program must be loaded into a foreground
partition. This is accomplished by using the PGMLOAD
program. After the programs are loaded, you respond to
prompts that request data for the online test to be run
and, if applicable, the test of the test. When the test is
complete, the results of the test are displayed.
To run the BSC online test program, you need a
communications configuration record that specifies the
correct network information.
Creating a Communications Configuration Record
To create a communications configuration record, use
the diagnostic diskette 1 and IPL the system (941).
When prompt 50-00 is displayed, load the PGMLOAD
program. When the menu is displayed, select option 3
(SYSCCU).
Use Option 3 to load a configuration record named BSC374'
into storage. The prompts shown in the following prompt
chart are then displayed. As each prompt is displayed, enter
the correct value for your system. If the value shown in
the BSC3741 col umn of the prompt chart is correct for
your system, just press the Enter key. The program automa
tic ally bypasses prompts that do not apply to your system.
You can, if you wish, change the value of selected'
prompts. to select a prompt, eflter the question I D
of the prompt.
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Information about the configuration of your system can
be obtained from either the user or from the System
Planning and Site Preparation Guide, GA21-9351.
To the end the succession of prompts at any time,
regardless of the mode of operation, press the End
Input key sequence. SYSCCU then displays prompt
61-63, which asks where to save the configuration
record. you must name the configuration record you
have just created, and remember the name for future
use of the record.
The configuration record you just created does not
replace the BSC3741 configuration record. It is a
separate record. The BSC3741 configuration record
remains unaltered on the diagnostic diskette 1.
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Note: For more information concerning SYSBOL T, see the
, IBM 5280 Communications Reference Manual, SC34-0247.
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