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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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