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LAN SYSTEMS NETWORK NEWS U.S. VERSION FIRST ISSUE, 1994 INDEX 1. IBM PRODUCTS WIN AWARDS IBM LAN Server 3.0 is a Winner LAN Server was selected by Datamation magazine as one of the 1993 Products of the Year. IBM's AnyNet Family of Products is a Winner - twice. AnyNet products won the Data Communications magazine "Hot Product" in January and the 1993 Enterprise Technology Award for Middleware from Network World magazine readers. 2. CUSTOMER CLOSEUPS Time and Place/2 at Allianz Life Insurance Allianz Life Insurance downsized to LAN Server 3.0 and installed Time and Place/2 and replaced all of the host calendaring function. IBM at the 1994 Winter Olympic Games IBM was the Official Information Systems Partner to the XVII Olympic Winter Games; read about the systems and applications that ran the games. 3. IBM LAN SERVER 3.0 LAN Server 3.01 Optimizes Pentium Power, Enhances Reliability Features IBM has ramped up OS/2 LAN Server performance and reliability by announcing LAN Server 3.01. OS/2 and LAN Server - A Client/Server System This article answers questions about OS/2 and LAN Server - a Client Server System. How to Migrate from LAN Manager to LAN Server 3.0 This article describes where you can obtain information about how to migrate from LAN Manager to LAN Server 3.0. Build Industrial Strength LANs with LAN Server System Builders Product List The LAN Servers System Builders (LSSB) is a directory of OS/2 LAN Server - compatible products that help you build industrial strength LAN Systems. IBM LAN Systems Lab Ranger Program Become a LAN Systems Lab Ranger and tell IBM your IBM LAN Systems requirements. 4. IBM SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS IBM LAN NetView This article describes the LAN NetView framework products and applications for managing distributed LAN environments. IBM LAN NetView Management Utilities (LMU) for OS/2 LMU for OS/2 is a powerful way to manage workstations and servers. With LMU, you can monitor performance, collect and store vital product information, schedule routine tasks, perform automatic recovery, manage your LAN remotely, and much more. Do You Need Network Door/2? NetDoor/2 is a flexible OS/2 LAN-based computing environment that improves the productivity of the end user and support personnel. DatagLANce Network Analyzer - Update A hot new product update: DatagLANce Network Analyzer has the speed and power you need to LAN SYSTEMS NETWORK NEWS U.S. VERSION FIRST ISSUE, 1994 troubleshoot and accurately diagnose your LAN problems, with a graphical user interface you've got to see to believe. CID for DOS and DOS - Windows The IBM DOS and DOS - Windows CID facility provides for unattended or lightly attended installation of CID enabled product versions as well as program fixes for these products. ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager (ADSM) The IBM ADSM family of products fits all platforms in helping you handle your backup storage management needs. 5. DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT (DCE) NEWS DCE Client for Windows is now generally available. Announcing new DCE papers on performance and DCE Redbooks. 6. NETWARE FROM IBM Find out about the three easy ways to buy NetWare from IBM, the price reductions, and the great service and support. 7. IBM LAN DISTANCE BETA Announcing the fourth drop of the Beta program for IBM LAN Distance. 8. CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Professional Certification Program from IBM is Underway Software professionals can become certified by IBM to service and support OS/2 and LAN Sever. Product certification for the Real World of LAN Systems Make sure your software is compatible with a real - world LAN Systems environment. Look for the IBM Tested and Approved for LAN Systems certification mark on products you buy. 9. IBM BUSINESS ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS TEAM PROGRAM (BESTeam) Announcing the start of an aggressive campaign to recruit members for the BESTeam, a dynamic software channel program that offers unprecedented access of IBM's products and services to systems integrators, network integrators, value added resellers and consultants. 10. IBM ANNOUNCES LAN SYSTEMS INTEGRATION TEST LAB BETA Finally, a way to test a change to your LAN Systems environment without the hassles of equipment, time, and resources. IBM's LAN Systems Integrated Test offering can be just what you are looking for. 11. CLIENT/SERVER ON THE INFORMATION HIGHWAY (INTERNET) This article describes the IBM Client/Server Gopher, what it is, how to access it, and how to get this newsletter on the Internet. 12. 1994 EVENTS See the list of technical conferences and business shows where you can learn more about IBM products. Details are listed for the IBM Personal Software Products Technical Interchange and The 1994 Client/Server Database Conference. LAN SYSTEMS NETWORK NEWS U.S. VERSION FIRST ISSUE, 1994 13. INFORMATION SOURCES IBM LAN Systems Buyers Guide Find out how to obtain this guide which is a single reference point for major IBM LAN Systems product offerings. Personal Systems Magazine Enhance your skills and your technical library with Personal Systems Magazine. Qualified customers can receive a free subscription! OS/2 Developer Magazine This magazine is a bi-monthly publication for OS/2 application developers featuring technical articles, programming tips and techniques, product reviews, and development case studies. Personal Software Magazine This is a technical magazine about IBM PSP products (DOS, OS/2, LAN Systems) is distributed to PC and OS/2 user groups. IBM Personal Software Products (PSP) Developer Support News A monthly electronic publication containing a variety of news items of interest to software developers. Developer Connection CD-ROM Volume 3 of the Developer Connection for OS/2 CD- ROM available in March 1994 contains the latest LAN Systems tools, product demonstrations and viewable publications. IBM Online OS/2 Collection This CD-ROM contains 362 online books for over 40 OS/2 products. 14. NEWSLETTER SURVEY Please give us your feedback about this newsletter. Letter from the Editor Welcome to the world of IBM LAN Systems Network News. This newsletter provides you with a consolidation of news about IBM LAN Systems software products, applications, various programs, and events. Open any business periodical and you will find numerous articles discussing today's rapid changes in computer technology. Let the Network News help you keep up - flip through these pages and stay on the leading edge! The newsletter is published on a quarterly basis. As our customers, we want to hear from you. Please send us your suggestions and comments using the survey form in the back of the newsletter. Diane Stratton IBM Personal Software Products Division How to access this newsletter. CUSTOMER AVAILABILITY: 1. OS2BBS under News and Announcements 2. CompuServe - IBM OS/2 Developers 2+ Forum - Type GO IBMOS2 - Select IBM OS/2 Developer 2+ Forum - Select LAN Server - Download filename LSNEWS.ZIP 3. Internet - Gopher access: 1. External gopher server accessible by customers: 2. External name: csgopher.gpl.ibm.com 3. IP Address: 198.5.4.1 4. Newsletters Section FTP access: 1. External name: csgopher.gpl.ibm.com 2. User ID = anonymous Password = (there is no password) 3. NEWS directory 4. Prodigy** - OS/2 Club 1. OS/2 Club - Download Library 2. Select IBM Files 3. Select Information 4. Download the file named LANNEWS.ZIP 5. NSCFAX - 1-800-IBM-3395 Nov/Dec 93 = Document #10042 July 93 = Document #10041 March 93 = Document #10097 Feb 93 = Document #10096 IBM VNET USERS AVAILABILITY: 1. OV/VM command line: REQUEST LANNEWS PACKAGE FROM LANNEWS AT AUSVM1 2. MKTTOOLS, search for LANNEWS 3. Internet: 1. Internal gopher server address accessible by IBMers: CSGOPHER.ENDICOTT.IBM.COM 2. For VM access, make sure you have access to the GOPHER PACKAGE from one of your linked disks. If you do not, request it: TOOLS SENDTO RALVM17 VMTOOLS VMTOOLS GET GOPHER PACKAGE 3. From the ready prompt, enter GOPHER CSGOPHER.ENDICOTT.IBM.COM 4. Cursor next to the Newsletter section and Enter 5. Cursor next to LAN News and Enter Back issues of the newsletter are available to IBM VNET users: 1. OV/VM command line: REQUEST LANNEWBK PACKAGE FROM LANNEWS AT AUSVM1 2. MKTTOOLS, search for LSNNBACK Fifth Edition This information is not intended to be an assertion of any future action by IBM. IBM expressly reserves the right to change or withdraw current products that may or may not have the same characteristics as products or information listed in this newsletter. Should IBM modify its products in a way that may affect the information contained in this newsletter, IBM assumes no obligation whatsoever to inform you of such modification. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors for which IBM is not responsible. (C) Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1993. All rights reserved Note to U.S. Government Users - Documentation and programs related to restricted rights - Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule contract with IBM Corp. IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to the IBM Director of ======================== 1. IBM PRODUCTS WIN AWARDS IBM* LAN SERVER* 3.0 IS A WINNER! Each year, Datamation magazine selects the Products of the Year. Datamation's 1993 Products of the Year contest awarded IBM LAN Server 3.0 as one of the Network Software winners in the magazine's February 14, 1994 issue. IBM was a winner in each of the eight categories of the contest. IBM OS/2* 2.1 lead the PC Software category with IBM DB2/2* as a winner in the Large-System Software category. The Product of the Year Winner is the IBM ThinkPad. IBM's ANYNET FAMILY OF PRODUCTS IS A WINNER - TWICE!!! IBM's AnyNet* products have recently won two awards. Data Communications magazine chose AnyNet/2 as a "Hot Product" in the January 1994 issue. Each year, Data Communications selects 30-40 "Hot Products" which are technically innovative and address specific needs in complex networks. The Data Communications "More Protocols? No Problem" article notes that AnyNet is the first product to meet the goals of the Networking Blueprint. One way AnyNet does this is by allowing network managers of multiple protocol networks to settle on a single backbone protocol, reducing maintenance and operational costs. AnyNet received it's first award in August at InterOp in San Francisco. The readers of Network World magazine chose AnyNet as the winner of a 1993 Enterprise Technology Award for Middleware, recognizing IBM as a supplier whose products work best in a multiprotocol, multivendor environment. The AnyNet family of products includes: - AnyNet/MVS feature of VTAM* - AnyNet/2 - AnyNet/2 Sockets over SNA Gateway AnyNet/MVS and AnyNet/2 currently support two multiprotocol combinations: - APPC over TCP/IP - Sockets over SNA See your IBM representative for more information. ======================== 2. CUSTOMER CLOSEUPS TIME AND PLACE/2 AT ALLIANZ LIFE INSURANCE Allianz Life installs Time and Place/2 and now couldn't operate without it. When Allianz Life Insurance went from a mainframe to LAN Server 3.0, one of its most critical needs was for an easy-to-use, efficient calendar with free-time search. The company installed IBM's Time and Place/2. "We couldn't operate without it," says Sherry Houle. "Every one of our people on the LAN use the system, from the president to the newest employee. "For us, it's a real production system." Houle is Assistant Vice President, Information Systems Office, at Allianz Life Insurance of North America. "When we went from the host to the LAN, " she says "we needed an automated calendar, and IBM provided us with Time and Place/2 early code. Their support has been very good. They have really listened to our suggestions and requirements. When they demonstrated the last release (Version 2.0) for us, it was great because our users saw that a lot of their suggestions and requirements were included." Allianz Life Insurance Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, headquartered in Minneapolis, operates in all 50 states and Canada. It is one of the 50 largest insurance companies on the continent and is a member of the worldwide Allianz group of Munich, Germany, the world's sixth largest insurer. Allianz Life had been operating with IBM's Professional Office System (PROFS) on a mainframe. "PROFS was great," says Houle, "but we had dumb terminals, and we wanted to exploit the power of the workstation. We made a decision to go to workstations on a LAN with OS/2 as our operating system." During 1992, Allianz installed OS/2 workstations and made decisions on software. "We viewed four things as critical," says Houle, "e-mail, storage and retrieval, word processing and a group scheduling calendar with free time search." Allianz installed Lotus Notes for e-mail and groupware, AmiPro for word processing, and Time and Place/2 for scheduling. In 1993, Allianz was running all office applications on LAN Server, with more than 500 employees connected through workstations in Minneapolis and also in Dallas and New York. By the end of 1994, the company will have a total of 750 employees on LAN Server. Calendaring "From our perspective," says Houle, "calendaring with freetime search was a critical application. After using Time and Place/2, we can't imagine how a company can operate without it." She explains, "You ask the system, give me a time over the next five days when these six people and a conference room are available for half an hour. I'll make the choice, and you stick it on their calendars, and I want to have it done and be out of there in less than 30 seconds." Time and Place/2 provides extensive facilities for calendaring and group scheduling, including monthly, weekly or daily views of the calendar, and to-do and memo pad windows. It provides free time search to scan calendars and schedule meetings; a notification function so everyone knows of new items or events on their calendars; and reminder alerts. It also supports the Vendor Independent Messaging (VIM) interface for sending event notices vie e-mail to non-calendar users on LANs and hosts. In installing Time and Place/2, says Houle, "what was especially great was that it has all the scheduling function of PROFS" as well as things like customization, icons and group to-do lists. Further, users have several options for viewing their schedules as well as an option to use the on-screen memo pad. "These were pluses for many of our users," she says. Allianz started training users on Lotus Notes and Time and Place/2 on the first of November 1992. "By the first week of January," says Houle, "we had all our users moved to the LAN." "Now," she says, "we have all the critical office function we had before, and we are just starting the climb to the system's overall potential." With Time and Place/2, users establish their own calendar security, and they allow department or team members, or any group of individuals, to use free time search to schedule meetings. At the same time, users can control viewing access to confidential events or to-do lists. At Allianz, users make their calendars as widely accessible as possible, and all Allianz users can schedule resources such as meeting rooms and equipment. From the system administrator's point of view, one of the system's most valuable functions is the ability to backup and archive data. Also, the system allows the company to establish standards by which events can be automatically archived, such as after 60 days. Everyone uses Time and Place/2," says Houle. "Executives, all managers, and employees from all disciplines. At Allianz, basic typing skills are a must. If you're not comfortable using a workstation, it's very difficult to communicate within our organization. E-mail and Time and Place/2 are essential. "We've just begun to realize some of the operating efficiencies we foresaw," she says, "and we're very excited about Version 2. It really employs the power of OS/2, and it includes even more easy-to-use enhancements like drag and drop. Also, she says, "I know from my personal experience in working with IBM that their support on calendar is very good, and the Time and Place/2 people have been excellent. They listened to us, and there is a lot of good stuff and functions we wanted in the release." For more information, call Roger Mitchell at IBM; 1-203-262-5128 or IBM VNET RHQVM21(RAMITCH). IBM AT THE 1994 WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES After seeing the IBM ads during the 1994 Winter Olympics, people asked what IBM systems were installed and the applications that they ran. The following will help answer some of your questions. The XVII Olympic Winter Games, February 12-27, 1994, took place in Lillehammer Norway. Conducting the games involved 11 sites, 55 events, 2000 athletes, 12000 employees and volunteers, 8000 media representatives, 50000 accredited personnel, 100000 visitors per day and nearly 2 billion television viewers. IBM was the Official Information Systems Partner to the XVII Olympic Winter Games in Lillehammer 1994. As such, IBM delivered all computer equipment, systems software, etc. and more than 60 manyears of assistance. During the games, there were 50 Customer Engineers and 50 Systems Engineers working integrated in the Olympic organization (LOOC). The heart of the Olympic Information System for the XVII Olympic Winter Games in Lillehammer was the IBM ES/9000 high availability system. More precisely an IBM 9121 model 610, running MVS/ESA*. There were more than 3.500 PS/2*s in Token Ring LANs connected to the central ES/9000*-system mainly through more than 20 IBM 3745s. One IBM LAN Network Manager provided Token Ring management for the entire network. The PS/2s were running OS/2 and to a large extent CICS OS/2*. There was also a large AS/400* in the network, running the internal business systems for LOOC with gateways to the IBM IIN-network. Touch screen technology was largely utilized for the PS/2s. The first PS/2-based systems were installed in 1989, the AS/400 in 1990, and the first ES/9000-based systems has been in production since 1991. All the PS/2 systems are running OS/2, - a mix of 2.1 and 1.3. The communication between OS/2 systems is solved using low-level NetBIOS protocol and high-level CICS OS/2 transactions across APPC. Between the mainframe and the OS/2 systems, CICS OS/2 and APPC is used. Between the OS/2 systems and OEM equipment, asynch communications is used, mostly programmed using the ACDI interface in CM/2. The networks are managed from a central control room using around 20 OS2 PS2s with IBM LAN Network Manager. The systems are built at a special 'factory' using a software generation facility based on IBM NetView* Distribution Manager/2 LDU. The Olympic Information System covers a broad variety of application systems necessary to run the Games, including: Result System, calculating and tabulating all results based on time and judges marks, interfacing a large variety of rather exotic equipment such as timing equipment, scoreboards, news agencies and live TV production systems. Commentator Information System, a highly specialized information system for TV and radio commentators, supporting their live broadcasts. The system was originally developed by IBM Spain for the Barcelona Games 1992, covering some summer sports. In Lillehammer, it was further developed to cover all winter sports. Info'94, an information system for the Games, available to all accredited personnel, 40-50,000 persons. Electronic Mail, available to all accredited personnel. The system is based on OfficeVision/MVS* which has proven not only to be extremely reliable and sturdy but also rich in functions and flexible to meet the particular needs of an event like the Olympic Games. Since the typical user is "the first time user", and since there is no possibility to educate the user on beforehand, the user interface is highly specialized to this situation. The system also features interface to a pager system, allowing messages up to 128 characters to be transmitted directly to pagers. Volunteer Management Managing the education, clothing, housing, feeding and use of some 10,000 volunteers to the Games. Accreditation The issuing of accreditation cards for all accredited personnel was a critical system as to avoid personnel standing in long queues. And a large variety of other applications to serve the administration in the planning and execution of the Games and the preceding test events that took place in the 1st and 4th quarters of 1993. ======================== 3. IBM LAN SERVER 3.0 LAN SERVER 3.01 OPTIMIZES PENTIUM POWER, ENHANCES RELIABILITY IBM has ramped up OS/2 LAN Server performance and reliability by announcing LAN Server Version 3.01, an upgrade that exploits the power of Intel's PENTIUM** microprocessor and keeps users up and running even if the naming server fails. "The addition of PENTIUM optimization underscores IBM's commitment to continue enhancing LAN Server performance on the Intel** platform," said Art Olbert, Director of LAN Systems for IBM's Personal Software Product division. "Overall, the 3.01 upgrade protects user investments in OS/2 LAN Server by providing more function at no expense to our customers, he said. LAN Server 3.01 can cache small I/O requests, improving cache efficiency and enhancing performance for applications such as LAN databases which use small block sizes. "We are pleased that IBM has recognized the importance of Intel's PENTIUM chip as a server platform and are excited to see OS/2 LAN Server take advantage of the power of this processor," said John McNulty, Director of Marketing Enterprise Programs, Intel Corp., Santa Clara. LAN Server 3.01 provides users with an extra measure of reliability by offering enhanced backup domain controller support. This enhancement eliminates the domain controller as a single point of failure in the LAN and enables DOS LAN Requestor clients to logon with only the backup domain controller active. Previously, DOS LAN Requestor clients could not log on if the primary domain controller was inactive. Additional reliability features include support for hot-swappable disks. The new version adds support for IBM PC DOS 6.1, MS DOS** 6.0, OS/2 for Windows, and OS/2 2.1 environments. In addition, LAN Server 3.01 includes all Service Packs. LAN Server 3.01 is available now. Suggested retail prices for CD-ROM versions are $745 for LAN Server 3.01 Entry and $2,245 for LAN Server 3.01 Advanced. Customers who already have LAN Server 3.0 installed can upgrade free of charge with a LAN Server Customer Service Disk (IP07040) available online from OS2BBS, CompuServe**, Internet, PPCBBS, among others. For more information, call 1-800-3IBM-OS2 (1-800-343-6672). OS/2 AND LAN SERVER -- A CLIENT/SERVER SYSTEM! by Rusty Atkinson OS/2 and LAN Server are a client/server system. In the C/S market today, developers need common platforms for developing applications, as well as good tools for development. With LAN Server, the client and the server are both running on OS/2, and they share a common set of Application Programming Interfaces (API). The current trend in the industry is toward a client/server system that distributes applications and services onto multiple platforms. IBM is dedicated to the open industry standard OSF** DCE** model for distributed computing. Why Buy LAN Server 3.0? 1. You need good performance -- LAN Server has been shown to outperform other leading Network Operating Systems (NOS) in independent studies (LANQUEST report, 10/93) 2. A common platform for client and server applications is needed. Client and server can both run on OS/2 providing a common platform to create and execute client/server applications (only one set of APIs used). This platform makes it much easier to write applications. 3. Ease of use in a multiple server environment is required. "Single System Image" provides location independent resource global naming (aliases). This allows users to log on to multiple servers simultaneously with one userid and provides easier administration for administrators 4. Strong system and network management is required including access, problem, change, configuration, operation, and performance management. IBM's systems and network management products range from the entry-level, full function LAN Management Utility (LMU), to the industrial strength LAN NetView. 5. A non-dedicated server is beneficial. OS/2 LAN Server does not need a dedicated server because of the multitasking and memory protection of OS/2. This can mean decreased hardware costs and easier administration. 6. Low cost is a top priority. LAN Server 3.0 competitive Client-Based pricing encourages additional servers while allowing customers to grow clients with minimal cost ($75). 7. Multimedia services are required. IBM LAN Server Ultimedia* is the only product that will regulate multimedia and LAN bandwidth and set priorities for multimedia and LAN traffic, ensuring proper delivery of multimedia services on the network. 8. Interoperability and open systems are required. The IBM plan includes distributed systems LAN Server evolution to the open industry standard OSF DCE environment with a DCE API shared by OS/2, OS/400*, VM, MVS, AIX*, DEC**, HP**, Sun** and others. 9. Host communications and database functions are required. OS/2 LAN Server has been extensively tested with Communications Manager/2 and Database Manager/2 for OS/2. These products co-exist very well together in an enterprise client/server system, providing customers with a great variety of communications options and database function. 10. Customers who have made an investment in OS/2 applications, who need a NOS - - LAN Server is the logical server platform. 11. The following features are required and are included in LAN Server. - Preemptive multitasking and memory protection - File replication service, providing fault tolerance - Automatic creation of network application menus for clients - PM graphical installation and graphical User Profile Mgt - PM hypertext online command reference and manuals - No additional server to add clients ($75 per client), which translates into less incremental cost for growth - 1016 user-limit; 254 users on each up to 4 adapters Client-Based Pricing Because of LAN Server's Client-based pricing, the cost of ownership in a client-server environment is much less than other NOS's. Some of the other NOS's have a tier-based, server-centric pricing scheme that has growth penalties and discourages adding additional servers. OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 ENTRY $ 795 OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 ADVANCED $ 2295 Clients DOS-OS/2 $ 75 Key Strategies - LAN Server -- more than just a NOS, it is a Client/Server System - LAN Server performs very well against other NOS - LAN Server's client-based pricing allows users to grow without being penalized. It also encourages the use of additional servers to balance the workload. - LAN Server as a development platform is very robust because of the common set of APIs on server and client. - IBM's commitment to the OSF DCE environment will allow you to take advantage of open industry standard client/server computing. No other single vendor provides such a comprehensive line of products and overall networking strategy as IBM resulting in reduced support costs and fewer compatibility problems. Ordering Information 1. Call 1-800-3IBMOS2 2. See your IBM representative 3. See your IBM dealer or reseller HOW TO MIGRATE FROM LAN MANAGER TO LAN SERVER 3.0 by Pete Greulich If you would like to know how easy it is to move from LAN Manager** to LAN Server and take immediate advantage of all the enhancements to OS/2 since IBM released OS/2 1.3, call the number listed below for your area. Have your fax number ready. IBM LAN Server 3.0 is a 32 bit application sitting on top of OS/2 that provides resource management on a network. Because LAN Server is a Network Operating System sitting on OS/2, it can exploit the power of OS/2 with a 32 bit High Performance file system. LAN Manager, because it sits on top of OS/2 1.3 a 16 bit operating system, looses the advantages that a 32 bit operating system can provide. Meanwhile LAN Server 3.0 has improved with fault tolerance, memory addressability, performance and exploitation of all the capabilities a 32 bit operating system provides. Also, to see why you should move to LAN Server 3.0 32 bit instead of NT Advanced Server**, just request document number 2347. This performance report tested utilizing nine of the top ten applications in the industry today (Microsoft** applications also) performing real world tasks. The report shows how IBM OS/2 LAN Server 3.0 is a stable, hot performer beyond LAN Manager and NT Advanced Server. United States: 1-800-IBM-4FAX (toll free) World Wide: 1-415-855-4444 from your FAX MACHINE LAN Manager to LAN Server migration instructions Document 2591 LAN Server 3.0 vs NT Advanced Server Document 2347 BUILD INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH LANS WITH LAN SERVER SYSTEM BUILDERS PRODUCT LIST by David Gaertner IBM knows our customers want industrial strength local area networks -- LANs that are ready to run mission-critical applications. Whether your customers are inside or outside your company, IBM wants to help you provide robust solutions for all your networking needs. The LAN Server System Builders Product List can help you locate products that add strength to IBM OS/2 LAN Server-based networks. The LAN Server System Builders Product List is a new directory of "Ready! for LAN Server," OS/2 LAN Server-compatible products that will help you build robust, industrial-strength LANs. Whether you're a consultant, networking coordinator, industry remarketer, integrator, retailer, VAR, VAD, or marketing representative, the LSSB product directory will help you find the tools to build industrial-strength IBM OS/2 LAN Server-based networks. The vendors of products in the LSSB have completed the "Ready! for LAN Server" self-certification of compatibility with IBM OS/2 LAN Server Version 3.0. So products you select from the directory will make it easier for you to put client/server networking solutions together that work right out of the box. The "Ready! for LAN Server" certification of compatibility with OS/2 LAN Server gives you confidence in the systems you build and bet your business on. The LSSB is available via FAX at 1-800-IBM-4FAX, document number 2705. The list is also distributed at trade shows around the country. IBM VNET users: the LSSB Product List is available on MKTTOOLS in the LSSBLIST package. For additional information on this directory, please contact David Gaertner at gaertner@vnet.ibm.com, phone (512) 838-2482. IBM LAN SYSTEMS LAB RANGER PROGRAM by Don Travis Customers, Software Vendors, Value Add Retailers/Distributors, System Integrators, Consultants, ..... You're Invited to Become an ..... "IBM LAN Systems Lab Ranger" * PROVIDES - An open channel to communicate your requirements for IBM LAN Systems products. - Direct links to IBM LAN Systems developers. - Informal communications on LAN Systems issues. - An opportunity to participate in the IBM LAN Systems development process. * FEATURES - One-on-one and group teleconferences. - Electronic access via 1-800 number for FAX communication. - You participate only when an issue is important to you. - Opportunity to receive feedback. The nature of this program is that all information discussed will be considered non-confidential by both parties, and such information may be used by both parties without payment. If you're interested in becoming an IBM LAN Systems Lab Ranger, please complete the information below, and return to us. Then you will be sent a package of program materials, including registration information. After you complete and return the registration information, you can become an IBM LAN Systems Lab Ranger. Contact Name: _________________________________ Contact Phone: (____)___________ Contact Fax: (____)___________ Contact EMail: ________________________________________ Company Name: _________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ City: _______________________ State: ____ Zip: ________ Return via Fax, E-mail, or US mail using the information below, and we thank you very much! FAX: 1-800-456-3838. INTERNET: lnsysreq@vnet.ibm.com IBMMAIL: IBMMAIL(USIB59CS) IBM VNET: AUSVM1(LNSYSREQ) US mail to: Lan Systems Requirements, Dept A18S IBM Corporation, Internal zip 9352 11400 Burnet Road Austin, TX 78758 ======================== 4. IBM SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS IBM LAN NETVIEW LAN NetView is a comprehensive set of systems management framework products and applications for managing distributed LAN environments. LAN NetView for PC-compatibles, NetView/6000 for RISC platforms, and NetView/MVS for host environments address a wide range of customers needs. With LAN NetView, systems administrator using a single, consistent graphical interace can run IBM's and other vendor's management applications on LANs from IBM and other vendors. LAN NetView's ability to provide centralized management in addition to distributed management minimizes skills required in remote locations and reduces end-user downtime and LAN administrator overtime. The LAN NetView family of products includes: o LAN NetView Manage - provides the framework for the creation and execution of systems management applications and allows the LAN administrator to view and manage all hardware and software on the network. It also provides a complete application development environment for development of applications or agents. o LAN NetView Enabler - offers management services to OS/2 2.0 and higher managed clients. o LAN NetView Agents for DOS - contains management agents for IBM DOS 5.0 or higher, Microsoft DOS** 5.0 or higher, and Windows 3.0** or higher operating system environments. o LAN NetView Agents Extended - offers management agents for OS/2 servers such as OS/2 LAN Server 3.0, OS/2 Extended Services* Database Manager 1.0, IBM Database 2* for OS/2 (DB2/2) and OS/2 Communications Manager/2 1.0. A core set of systems management application is also a part of the LAN NetView family. Among these are applications which manager OS/2, DOS with Windows Clients, and NetWare* 3.11, NetWare 4.0 and LAN Server 3.0 servers. The applications include LAN NetView Monitor (systems performance monitoring), LAN NetView Fix (error notification from remote sources), and LAN NetView Tie (connectivity to NetView/MVS for centralized host-based management), LAN NetView Start 1.1 (remote installation), LAN NetView Scan (in beta, hardware/software asset management). Ordering Information Call 1-800-3-IBMOS2, or see your authorized IBM reseller or IBM representative. List prices LAN NetView Manage $1,839 LAN NetView Enabler 89 LAN NetView Agents for DOS 75 LAN NetView Agents Extended 75 LAN NetView Monitor 795 LAN NetView Fix 1.249 LAN NetView Tie 1,995 Package Reduced Price: LAN NetView System Package 3,495 Includes LAN NetView Manage, LAN NetView Fix, LAN NetView Monitor IBM LAN NETVIEW MANAGEMENT UTILITIES FOR OS/2 by Connie Zimmerman Now you can easily manage IBM LAN Server and Novell** NetWare** LANS without having to learn multiple management systems. How? LAN NetView Management Utilities (LMU) for OS/2 gives you the power to manage workstations and servers on both types of LANs - all in one easy-to-use package! You can collect and store vital product information, watch the performance of your servers, and automatically react to problems in real-time. You can even define your own alerts based on server or workstation conditions. With the graphical display, you can easily see the status of your network at a glance. To solve the headaches of running DASD backups after hours, LMU provides a powerful scheduler to perform tasks when you're not there. When problems do occur, let LMU take control. With LMU's automated recovery, it can respond to alerts before your users complain, which may include automatically calling a pager to notify the LAN Administrator. LMU gives you the flexibility to manage your LAN locally or from a central site. Using the remote execution facility, you can issue commands to a workstation across town, or across the country. Features: Easy-to-use graphical interface Powerful scheduling facility IBM LAN Server and Novell NetWare support Real-time problem detection Dynamic Hardware and Software Inventory "Help-Desk" functions Ordering Information: 1. Call 1-800-IBM-CALL, or see your IBM representative or dealer. Order # Feature # Part # Description Cost ($) 5871-AAA 5862 76G7991 IBM LAN NetView $995 Mgmt Utilities Base License 5872-AAA 5864 76G7993 IBM LAN NetView 896 Mgmt Utilities Additional License with Certificate 5872-AAA 5865 76G7994 IBM LAN NetView 896 Mgmt Utilities Additional License without Certificate 5873-AAA 5863 76G7992 IBM LAN NetView 200 Mgmt Utilities Upgrade License from LMU/2 Version 2.0 5874-AAA 5866 76G8063 IBM LAN NetView 180 Mgmt Utilities Additional License copy upgrade from LMU/2 Version 2.0 with certificate 5874-AAA 5867 76G8064 IBM LAN NetView 180 Mgmt Utilities Additional License copy upgrade from LMU/2 Version 2.0 without certificate 2. For additional product information, call the information hotline at (919) 543-9304. OS2BBS users can direct questions to the developers by using the LMU2 FORUM. 3. The LMU for OS/2 following publications are available from IBM: Getting Started SC30-3637 CompuServe Flyer GX27-3923 User's Guide SC30-3555 User's Messages SC30-3603 IBM VNET users: 1. Request the LAN NetView Management Utilities Demo Code (restricted to 5 managed systems), issue the command: REQUEST LMUDEMO PACKAGE FROM DWCOLVIN AT RALVM12 2. Request the LMUMKT PACKAGE from MKTTOOLS which contains: a presentation, questions and answers, product description, Storyboard, and the Spec Sheet. DO YOU NEED NETWORK DOOR/2? by Ciro Maddaloni and Bob Easton Are you looking for solutions to managing software on OS/2 LAN Server LANS, or on OS/2 TCP/IP networks? Are you considering consolidation of LAN management activities? Are you interested in central administration and maintenance solutions for your enterprise LANs? Open the Door to OS/2 networks with IBM Network Door/2. IBM Network Door/2 (NetDoor* for short) - Relieves LAN administrators of the Hurculean tasks of tracking software inventory, implementing electronic software distribution, etc., by keeping applications on file servers. - Makes applications easily available via a very flexible catalog. Provides a complete set of functions for replicating and synchronizing application servers on an enterprise LAN, for the definition of couplet domains for fault resilience and load balancing among servers. - Provides an "unlimited" number of applications to each end user as needed, by enabling the concurrent use of licensed applications installed on servers to run on client systems. Announced on September 28, 1993, Network Door/2 is a flexible OS/2* LAN-based computing environment that improves the productivity of the end user and support personnel. NetDoor offers a flexible family of functions for creating, operating, expanding, and using an integrated LAN environment. These functions include: - A utility for easy NetDoor installation - Easy access to many applications stored on NetDoor application servers - Easy integration of applications - Central maintenance of the NetDoor environment - Flexible replication and synchronization of server files - Fault-tolerant access to application servers - Automatic load distribution among application servers - Concurrent use of licensed OS/2, Windows**, and DOS software - Integration base for accessing other systems and networks - Support for LAN Server and TCP/IP Network File System RAPID RETURN ON INVESTMENT o A survey of NetDoor administrators showed that the productivity of people using NetDoor rose between five and twenty percent. Assuming just five percent and an average cost of $60,000 per year per employee, the value of the time regained by using NetDoor on a fifty client LAN is $150,000 per year. QUICK START-UP FOR NEW USERS o End-users do not need to understand details about the LAN environment to install, use, or maintain NetDoor. IMPROVED ADMINISTRATOR PRODUCTIVITY o A large interconnected LAN can be managed with the same effort as a smaller LAN. The survey showed a time savings of up to 75% to initialize and maintain a LAN environment. The more complex the environment, the greater the time saved. How? - Administrators deal with known, consistent versions of the LAN environment and applications across the enterprise. - Central administration of the LAN optimizes the use of expensive (and scarce) resources and reduces time and costs. ...AND FOR MANAGEMENT o NetDoor maintains statistics about the use of licensed programs, the selection of non-licensed programs, and various client system configuration factors. IBM Network Door/2 is a derivative of CORE, a technology now in use at over 60 IBM locations worldwide. 10,000 IBM employees use this technology every day. Ordering information: Order No. Description List Price 72G6198 IBM Network Door/2 (Base-server) $ 550 72G6312 IBM Network Door/2 (Dist.Feature-client) 75 1. Call 1-800-IBM-CALL 2. See your IBM representative DATAGLANCE NETWORK ANALYZER - UPDATE by Patricia Davis The availability of DatagLANce* Network Analyzer for Ethernet and Token-ring Networks/2, Version 1.0 was announced in the LAN Systems Network Newsletter Nov/Dec '93 issue. Since that time, a number of marketing materials and support lines are now available. This powerful LAN analyzer is the affordable solution for troubleshooting LAN problems and decoding protocols. The flexible, easy-to-learn, graphic user interface is one you've got to see to believe. You can see DatagLANce at many major U.S. networking trade shows this year, so look for it at the IBM exhibits! FREE Demonstration diskettes and information are NOW available by calling the DatagLANce hotline at (919) 254-1364 or fax (919) 254-0984. Talklink users on OS/2 BBS can access the DGLANCE CFORUM for support and service questions about the demonstration diskettes. IBM VNET users can access MKTTOOLS and request DGLANCE or on the OV/VM command line enter: TOOLCAT MKTTOOLA GET DGLANCE PACKAGE This package contains the demonstration software for downloading. Ordering Information: 1. Call 1-800-IBMCALL 2. PC Software Direct (3/94 issue) 3. IBM LAN Systems Buyers Guide - #G326-0393 (call 1-800-879-2755) 4. Networking Direct (4/94 issue) Brochures are also available by fax through 1 800 IBM-4FAX; request document number 2746. CID for DOS and DOS-WINDOWS by Tim Blackwood IBM has extended the CID technology available on OS/2 to the DOS and DOS-WINDOWS platforms. The IBM DOS and DOS-WINDOWS CID facility provides for unattended or lightly attended installation of CID enabled product versions, and program fixes for these products. This support addresses pristine machines as well as DOS and DOS-WINDOWS work stations whose current operating environment can be migrated to subsequent product installations. The DOS and DOS-WINDOWS CID platform includes: o DOS 6.1 Install Utility --- Provides the capability to remotely install the base DOS operating system on pristine or running IBM DOS 4.0, 5.0, MS-DOS** 6.0 and WINDOWS** 3.1 operating environments. o LAN Support Program 1.35 --- Provides the communication capability to access CID Enabled products residing on a Code Server for installation and configuration on either a DOS, DOS-WINDOWS or pristine client workstation. o NetView DM/2 V2.0 --- Provides the centralized management to distribute CID Enabled products from a Code Server for installation and configuration on either DOS, DOS-WINDOWS or pristine client workstations. Once the enablement platform products are installed at a client workstation, installation of any DOS and DOS-WINDOWS enabled product can occur. Ordering Information: o IBM PC DOS 6.1 Install Utility - PC Company Bulletin Board 1. Dials into the PCC BBS (1-919-517-0001) 2. Log on and from the main menu choose the Download option. 3. Download the file named PCDOSCID - PCTOOLS 1. Access PCTOOLS. 2. Find the file name PCDOSCID. 3. Unzip the file using PKZIBM utility on PCTOOLS o IBM LAN Support Program 1.35 - Order a PTF. 1. Access the IBM PC Company Bulletin Board, (919) 517-0001 Directory number 32, Network Support Files 2. Find a title containing reference to LSP 1.35 and/or PTF UR40349. OR 1. Call IBM Customer support, (800) 237-5511, and ask for UR40349. - Acquire LAN Support Program 1.33 (93F2456 in the US of A). If the copyright statement says "Version 1.35", or greater, then you have LAN Support Program 1.35. If not, then order PTF UR40349 to bring LAN Support Program 1.33 up to the 1.35 level. o IBM NetView DM/2 V2.0 - Order a PTF. 1. Call IBM Customer support, (800)237-5511, and ask for PTF XR20334. OR 2. Look in the RETAIN database for PTF Number: XR20334 - New orders for NetView DM/2 V2.0 Extended processed after February 1, 1994 will contain the PTF and the updated publications. For technical questions, contact Tim Blackwood at: VM: BLACKWOO at AUSVM1 Internet: TBLACKWOOD@vnet.ibm.com Compuserve: 71774,3444 Prodigy: RWBF42A FAX: (512) 823-1838 ADSTAR DISTRIBUTED STORAGE MANAGER by Laura Van Bogaert Prepare for a giant leap forward -- in backing up! With 20 years of storage management expertise, IBM's Storage Systems Division introduces the ADSTAR* Distributed Storage Manager (ADSM) family of products. ADSM is an enterprise-wide storage management application for the network that provides automatic backup and archive services to multivendor workstations, personal computers, and LAN file servers. ADSM's features include centrally scheduled, policy-managed facilities that can be used to automate the process of backing up and archiving data to an ADSM server. ADSM provides client-server authentication to verify which users have access to files in storage. Users can query and recover their files through easy-to-use graphical and command line interfaces. Administrators can manage an ADSM server from any administrative client in the network using a powerful, yet easy-to-use graphical or command line interface. ADSM provides a powerful storage hierarchy that balances storage resources on disk, optical, and tape storage devices. ADSM also optimizes the use of storage media by compressing and migrating data, and reclaiming unused storage space. ADSM's servers are on a variety of platforms. ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager/6000 and ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager/2 allow AIX/6000* and OS/2*, respectively, to act as an ADSM server. ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager allows mainframes runnilg MVS/ESA*, VM/ESA*, and VM/XA* to act as an ADSM server. ADSM provides a broad range of client support. ADSM's clients include Apple Macintosh**, DEC ULTRIX**, DOS, Hewlett Packard HP-UX, IBM AIX/6000, IBM OS/2, Microsoft Windows**, Novell** NetWare**, SCO** UNIX** 386/Open Desktop**, and Sun Microsystems** SunOS**/Solaris**. To learn more, call your IBM representative for a demonstration. Also, more introductory information can be found in the ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager: General Information Manual (GH35-0114-02). ======================== 5. DCE NEWS by Trudy Henke and Laura Adams PRODUCT UPDATE On February 1, 1994, IBM announced General Availability of the Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) Client for Windows. This new runtime client, in conjunction with the already existing DCE clients for both OS/2 and AIX, means there is a DCE client from IBM for all of the most commonly used desktop environments. Highlights: IBM's Distributed Computing Environment Client for Windows is a runtime client for open distributed applications compliant with Open Software Foundation's** (OSF) DCE. This runtime client can be used in a production environment to interoperate with the IBM AIX DCE/6000 servers or with any other OSF DCE-Compliant offering. This client enables the execution of both the client and server portion of the DCE Remote Procedure Call (RPC) and provides DCE directory and security services as needed for true distributed computing. This Windows runtime client is offered in addition to the already available DCE Client for OS/2, expanding the open environment to include additional users of the PC-LAN. Application Development: Developing applications that utilize the DCE Runtime Client for Windows requires the use of an Interface Definition Language (IDL) compiler for Windows. Such a compiler is part of the IBM DCE Software Developer's Kit (SDK) for OS/2 and Windows (Part number 96F8690). A software development environment including header files and DLLs for both Windows and OS/2 is included in the SDK. A sample DCE Client/Server application for Windows has been provided with the DCE Client for Windows product. With this sample application you can install, configure, and test your runtime environment without the IDL compiler. System Requirements: Software: DOS/Windows Environment - DOS Version 3.30 or higher, Version 5.0 or higher is recommend. - Microsoft Windows 3.1 - One of the following network transport packages (TCP/IP and UPD/IP are the supported protocols) o A Windows Sockets Versions 1.1 compliant network transport o FTP Software PC/TCP for DOS, Versions 2.05, 2.1 and 2.2 o Novell LAN WorkPlace for DOS, Versions 4.01 and 4.1 o 3Com TCP with Demand Protocol Architecture, Version 2.0 Software: OS/2 Environment - IBM OS/2 Version 2.1 or IBM OS/2 2.1 Special Edition for use with Windows 3.1 - A network transport package (specified in the list above that will execute in the Win-OS/2 box of OS/2 2.1 or OS/2 2.1 Special Edition for use with Windows 3.1 Hardware: - IBM Personal System/2* or selected compatible non-IBM system - An Intel-based processor model 80386 or 80486 (Minimum 25 Mhz) - Network card supported by the network transport package used (Token-Ring and Ethernet interfaces) - One Fixed disk drive - 6MB DASD - Memory - 4MB RAM (6 MB recommended) These requirements vary and may not accommodate the particular program functions you select. Memory and fixed disk requirements for prerequisite software, user applications, swapper file and data are not included. Ordering Information: DCE Software Developers Kit for OS/2 and Windows: List Price - $1,095 for first license and $995 for additional licenses DCE Client for Windows: Part Number 96F862 List Price - $65 for the first license and $55 for additional licenses. DCE Client for OS/2: Part Number 96F8691 List Price - $65 for the first license and $55 for additional licenses 1. Call 1-800-3-IBMOS2 2. See your IBM representative NEW PUBLICATIONS Performance: Performance information is an important aid in configuring a well-running DCE environment, as well as in developing efficient DCE applications. Following are summaries of three papers that provide the results of various performance tests for DCE. See ordering information below on how to obtain the papers. "Performance Characteristics of Key Functions Using IBM DCE for OS/2" This article provides insights into the performance of various core components of IBM DCE for OS/2. In particular, results from various benchmarks and "what if" scenarios are provided for Remote Procedure Call (RPC), Cell Directory Services (CDS), Security Services, DCE Threads, and Distributed Time Services (DTS). Some basic tips and helpful hints for performance improvements are also provided. "Multi-User Application Performance Characteristics of IBM DCE for OS/2" The goal of this report is to discuss some of the performance characteristics of DCE for OS/2, as observed in the IBM Austin multiuser, homogeneous Workgroup Environment Lab. Results are reported at the application level. The three benchmark applications used to measure DCE performance were: - RPC Data Transfer Benchmark, which demonstrates DCE performance in a CPU intensive environment. - Point of Sale Benchmark, which is based on the idea of a retail showroom (or parts store) where terminals, placed throughout the store, are used to place orders by or for the customer. All terminals access a common repository of ordering information. - Database Manager OLTP (OnLine Transaction Processing) Benchmark. This benchmark (originally developed to test OS/2 Database Manager), is used to compare DCE RPC with the native Database Manager Application Remote Interface (DARI). DCE RPC and DBM DARI provide equivalent packaging and transport services to support the scope of a transaction in a single call to a server. "Distributed Performance Characteristics of IBM DCE for OS/2" This report studies the effects of running DCE on both the OS/2 and AIX platforms, as well as distributing various portions of the DCE application and DCE services across multiple servers. Entry level IBM* PS/2* and IBM RISC System/6000* servers were used to: - establish a set of minimum performance expectations, and - identify some bottlenecks which may not be evident with the higher horsepower available for these platforms. Five server topologies were studied, ranging from a single-server environment, to multiple application and DCE servers. The Point of Sale Benchmark (mentioned above) was used to drive the environment. Publications Order Information: Articles: See your IBM representative for copies of the articles described above. IBM VNET users: See DCEPERF PACKAGE on MKTTOOLS for the first two articles. The third article can be obtained in hard or softcopy by sending a note to Laura Adams at AUSVM1(LSADAMS). The following Redbooks can be ordered from the IBM System Library Subscription Service (SLSS) at 1-800-879-2755: GG24-4144 OSF DCE for AIX, OS/2 and Windows - an Overview GG24-4090 Developing DCE applications ======================== 6. NETWARE FROM IBM by Pat Petrini THREE EASY WAYS TO BUY NETWARE FROM IBM: 1. Visit your local Authorized IBM Reseller. If the reseller has the product you want in stock, you can walk out the door with your NetWare from IBM. If not, ask about next day delivery. 2. For overnight delivery of NetWare from IBM, call 1-800-3-IBM-OS2. Order by 4 PM Eastern time. Your credit information will be verified and your order shipped for next day delivery. 3. Call IBM DIRECT at 1-800-IBM-CALL to order NetWare from IBM software, network hardware, servers, workstations, and Computer Based Training courses on NetWare. Call today for a free catalog. OUR PRICES ARE VERY COMPETITIVE! On February 1, 1994, IBM announced a price decrease for upgrades from NetWare from IBM 3.11 to NetWare from IBM 3.12 at the same user levels. 5 user level upgrade reduced $100 10 user level upgrade reduced $420 25 user level upgrade reduced $810 50 user level upgrade reduced $1040 100 user level upgrade reduced $1450 250 user level upgrade reduced $2590 Yes, you can upgrade from Novell NetWare 3.11** to NetWare from IBM 3.12 at these great prices. Contact your local Authorized IBM Reseller for upgrades. Check out all of our prices. You might be pleasantly surprised. GREAT SERVICE AND SUPPORT! Just ask the Software Support Professional Association. They awarded their STAR award (Software Technical Assistance Recognition award) for Best Support in the High Call Volume category to the IBM Personal Software Products Service Center. That's your NetWare from IBM service center. You can reach our award winning service team by calling 1-800-992-4777. ======================== 7. IBM LAN DISTANCE BETA IBM is initiating the fourth drop of the beta program for IBM LAN Distance. Orders for this program will be accepted and filled starting immediately. The IBM LAN Distance program function extends the resources on a LAN to a remote workstation by allowing LAN applications to run unmodified over leased or switched phone lines. This allows transparent access to LAN resources and applications as if the remote workstation was physically connected to the LAN. The IBM LAN Distance beta program consists of two major components. 1. The LAN Distance Remote component provides the capability for a remote workstation to dial-in to the LAN and access LAN resources. The OS/ 2 LAN Distance Remote component allows two or more remote workstations to connect to each other and create a virtual LAN for resource sharing over the wide area network and requires OS/2 2.0 or higher. The Windows version of the LAN Distance Remote component provides similar remote workstation capability with one connection per workstation and requires Microsoft Windows 3.1. 2. The LAN Distance Connection Server component enables remote workstations to dial-in to the LAN and access LAN resources. Also available is the ability of LAN connected workstations to initiate a request for a Connection Server to dial-out to either another LAN Distance Connection Server or a LAN Distance Remote workstation for casual bridging of two networks. The LAN Distance Connection Server component also enforces security on/off the LAN and acts like a LAN bridge, filtering all but the appropriate LAN traffic for the remote workstation. The LAN Distance Connection Server component requires OS/2 2.0 or higher. Electronic support forums for this beta, which will be monitored by IBM's development laboratory in Austin, Texas, have been opened. These forums are provided so beta participants can obtain answers to technical questions about the beta program before or after placing an order for the beta code. This beta program is being made available to evaluate the IBM LAN Distance program function and provide development feedback. The code in this beta program should NOT be used in production. ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS Beta code and documentation can be ordered today for immediate shipment. In the United States and Canada you can request either of two delivery methods, electronic delivery through IBM's VM network or delivery of diskettes and hardcopy publications through a toll-free number. For countries other than the United States and Canada, only the electronic delivery method is available. See the information below for more details regarding these delivery methods. ELECTRONIC DELIVERY ORDERING INFORMATION To obtain beta code and documentation via electronic delivery, contact your IBM marketing representative and submit the following information via FAX to (512) 838-4002 or have your marketing representative submit an online request on IBM's VM Network to BETASRUS at AUSVM1: (IMPORTANT NOTE - Please supply all data requested in order to avoid delays in filling your order.) IBMers that are requesting the beta for their own use should specify IBM as the Company Name and their name as the Company Technical Contact Name. Their VM Id and Node are also required. IBMers can now order this beta drop 4 package themselves by simply issuing the following on their OV/VM command lines: REQUEST LDBETA4 FROM BETASRUS AT AUSVM1 In EMEA, IBMers can now order this beta drop 4 package, which will contain information relevant to EMEA, with the following command: REQUEST LDBETA4 FROM 3WTPROD AT NHBVM7 HARDCOPY ORDERING INFORMATION If you wish to order diskettes and hardcopy publications, call one of the numbers below and specify you are ordering the LD beta. o In the U.S., call 1-800-IBM-3040. You will be charged $80.00 (U.S.) plus a shipping charge. o In Canada, call 1-800-561-5293. You will be charged $100.00(Canadian) plus Tax and a shipping charge. o Elsewhere, see the above Electronic Delivery ordering information. ======================== 8. CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FROM IBM IS UNDERWAY Software professionals can become certified by IBM to service and support OS/2 and IBM LAN Server through the Professional Certification Program from IBM. To certify, individuals demonstrate proficiency by passing a series of tests. Take the tests now for the introductory price of only $50.00 per test. Test prices will increase to $100.00 later this year. For more information about tests or how to enroll to take a test, contact Drake Training and Technologies** at 1-800-959-EXAM (1-800-959-3926). The professional roles being certified are: o Certified OS/2* Engineer o Certified LAN Server Engineer o Certified LAN Server Administrator o Certified OS/2 Instructor o Certified LAN Server Instructor If you need training, you can purchase student reference kits which allow you to study at your own pace or you can attend education courses offered by Skill Dynamics*, an IBM company or the Licensed Education Centers. For more information, call Skill Dynamics at 1-800-IBM-TEACH extension 710 (1-800-426-8322 ext.710) or Drake Training and Technologies. Individuals already certified as Novell** Certified NetWare** Engineers or Certified NetWare Instructors who have passed the Novell Test, Networking Technologies #50-80, will receive credit for specific elements of the Professional Certification Program from IBM. This can represent a potential savings of up to approximately 15% off the total cost of the Certified LAN Server Engineer certification. PRODUCT CERTIFICATION FOR THE REAL WORLD OF LAN SYSTEMS by Joyce Batty The challenge of today's business environment is having confidence that products work together in a compatible fashion. People no longer work in a simple world: they use applications from a variety of vendors on a variety of hardware to accomplish the daily tasks of running their business. Certified products gain greater visibility in the marketplace and are viewed with greater credibility by the decision maker. The "Tested and Approved for IBM LAN Systems" program certifies products (software and hardware) for coexistence, interoperability, and compatibility in complex multi-vendor LAN environments. Independent Software Vendors and Independent Hardware Vendors can submit their products to the Integration Test Lab in Austin Texas for testing. This program is complimentary to the "Ready! for LAN Server" product certification program, which is a self-test program for compatibility with IBM LAN Server. Customers can call 1-800-992-4777 or fax requests to 1-512-838-8989 for additional information. ======================== 9. IBM BUSINESS ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS TEAM PROGRAM IBM BEGINS AGGRESSIVE RECRUITMENT OF CHANNEL MEMBERS UNDER NEW BESTeam PROGRAM At the end of March, IBM announced the start of an aggressive campaign to recruit members for the Business Enterprise Solutions Team. BESTeam* is a dynamic software channel program that offers unprecedented access to IBM's products and services for systems integrators, network integrators, value added resellers and consultants. Cheryl Grubbs, national BESTeam program manager, says she expects the comprehensive certification and marketing program to attract thousands of new members this year. Under the program, BESTeam members will be trained and certified to sell a wide variety of IBM software products including OS/2, PC DOS*, LAN Server, LAN systems, development tools and a host of application products such as DB2/2, multimedia and imaging. IBM also will provide marketing support such as lead referrals, inclusion in the BESTeam Solution Directory, marketing round tables, sales and product training seminars and special events. Membership in the BESTeam program is free to qualified systems integrators, network integrators, VARs and consultants. "By becoming a BESTeam member, companies will receive the sales, marketing and technical tools necessary to excel in the information systems market," Grubbs said. "These tools include a full complement of strategic products, professional certification, industry leading marketing programs, enhanced technical support and business partnership support services. "What we're doing here is effectively blowing the doors wide open to the channel. This program is by far the most aggressive effort IBM has ever made to open its software products to the channel and make it successful with IBM products and services," she said. BESTeam Goals The BESTeam program was developed to help the channel expand its existing business and capture new sales opportunities through IBM products and services. This combination will help BESTeam members increase their profitability by selling, supporting and implementing IBM software solutions. "For the customer, the BESTeam member will bring the skills and expertise to help develop and support client/server environments," said John Osborne, IBM Personal Software Marketing Director of Channel Sales. "This program will utilize the combined resources of IBM selected aggregators and distributors, systems integrators, network integrators, VARs and consultants to meet the computing needs of our customers." "We have always had the right products and services. Now we're making a concentrated effort to put the right people and channels behind those products and services," Osborne said. Industry Leading Partners The BESTeam program has received national endorsement and support through its partnership with industry-leading software distributors and aggregators. IBM has selected these business partners known as Managing BESTeam Administrators or MBAs who will help recruit BESTeam members. The IBM approved MBAs include CompuCom Systems** Inc., ComputerLand** Corp., Gates F/A** Distributing, Inacom** Inc., Ingram Micro** Inc., Intelligent Electronics** Inc., Merisel Inc., MicroAge** Inc. and Tech Data Corp. IBM has assigned two additional technical resources -- a Business Solutions Consultant and Software Technology Consultant -- to help support the increased sales and marketing opportunities. The MBAs have begun aggressive recruiting efforts for BESTeam members through direct mail and advertising campaigns and special events. "The support we have received from these MBAs has added tremendous credibility to the BESTeam program," said Ralph Martino, general manager of IBM's Personal Software Marketing unit. "Working with these MBAs, we have learned that we can only be as successful as its partners. That's why we're putting all our energies and resources behind this channel program." Professional Certification The BESTeam program takes advantage of IBM's comprehensive certification program that provides education and testing for IBM products, including OS/2 and LAN Server. Other IBM software products will be added later to complement the current certification levels. The BESTeam program requires personnel to become certified in software products to obtain membership. There are three types of certified experts: BESTeam Expert, BESTeam Advanced Expert and BESTeam Enterprise Expert. Marketing Support Programs IBM has created an extensive line of marketing support programs to help its BESTeam members excel in their industries. The programs include: Lead Referral -- leads are provided to BESTeam members based on industry focus, skills and geographic location on an equitable basis Ready! for OS/2* -- allows members to test their products in their own labs for the OS/2, PC DOS or Windows platform. Ready! for LAN Server* -- allows members to test their products in their own labs or in IBM's LAN Server Compatibility Mini-Lab Tested and Approved for IBM LAN Systems* -- BESTeam member products can be tested for compatibility in IBM's Integration Test Lab Migration Labs and Development Programs -- both are available to BESTeam members to assist in marketing their products and services Local, Regional and National Sales Events -- IBM BESTeam marketing and technical representatives will provide software demonstrations and presentations across the country in addition to conducting training seminars and road shows. Advisory Councils, Technical, and Marketing Round Tables -- forums will allow members to communicate programming issues and product requirements to IBM BESTeam Toolkit -- assists members in locating resources for IBM software products, technical information, marketing support programs and education BESTeam Solutions Directory -- IBM will provide its customers with a solutions directory that will detail the skill level and industry expertise of BESTeam members. Integrators, VARs and consultants who are interested in more information on the BESTeam program can call 1-800-627-8363, or contact one of the IBM BESTeam Administrators. ======================== 10. IBM ANNOUNCES LAN SYSTEMS INTEGRATION TEST LAB BETA by Joyce Batty For a limited time, at a reduced fee, the Austin Integration Test Lab is conducting a beta test of its new LAN Systems Integration Testing Center. This beta is intended for end users and value-add remarketers who would like to have a specific combination of LAN Systems products tested, but may not have the resource or expertise to run the test themselves. The LAN Systems Integration Testing Center consists of a variety of IBM and non-IBM LAN hardware and software products that can be used to assist customers with the testing of their LAN Systems environment. This integration testing can save time for customers as they introduce upgrades and new products into their production environments. Unique customer applications may also be included in the testing. This service is fee based. The fee will vary depending on the resources, time required, and the complexity of the test. To take advantage of this service, call 512-838-2486 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Time in the United States. ======================== 11. CLIENT/SERVER ON THE INFORMATION HIGHWAY (INTERNET) by Mary Hill Everyone is talking about the information highway, but how do you sort through the massive amount of data available on Internet? The answer is Gopher. Gopher is a distributed document search and retrieval tool and one of the primary means used to organize and look at information on Internet. Files are organized in menus and placed on Gopher servers, so Gopher clients can access them through a user-friendly interface. Menu items on the server can point to other menus on the same gopher server, or to menus on different gopher servers, allowing users to move from one server to another transparently. IBM now has an Internet gopher server dedicated to IBM Client/Server (C/S) information. Items in the C/S gopher include IBM newsletters (such as this newsletter), C/S product information, case studies (success stories), etc. How to access the IBM Client/Server gopher: 1. With a gopher client, the external name is csgopher.gpl.ibm.com (IP address 198.5.4.1). This newsletter can be found in the "Newsletters" menu. 2. Anonymous FTP to csgopher.gpl.ibm.com in the NEWS directory. The userid is 'anonymous' and no password is required. 3. IBM VNET users: a copy of the external gopher is available on the internal IBM network. On VM: preview the gopher by being linked to the gopher package. If the gopher package is needed, enter: TOOLS SENDTO RALVM17 VMTOOLS VMTOOLS GET GOPHER PACKAGE Then from the ready prompt, enter 'GOPHER CSGOPHER.ENDICOTT.IBM.COM'. On an OS/2 workstation with TCP/IP installed: preview the gopher by getting the OS/2 Gopher client code from OS2TOOLS: TOOLS SENDTO KGNVMCB PCTOOLS OS2TOOLS GET GOPHER PACKAGE Then from the gopher pulldown, click on menu details and enter the host name: 'GOPHER CSGOPHER.ENDICOTT.IBM.COM'. ======================== 12. 1994 EVENTS TECHNICAL CONFERENCES: IBM PSP Technical Interchange San Francisco, CA April 25-29 OS/2 World Conference and Santa Clara, CA July 19-22 Exhibition IBM Technical Interchange Atlanta, GA September 11-14 @ Networld+InterOp IBM Technical Interchange Europe September 19-23 OS/2 Professional Interchange Palm Springs, CA October 2-5 BUSINESS SHOWS: NetWorks Expo San Francisco April 19-21 NetWorld + InterOp Las Vegas May 4-6 Comdex Atlanta May 24-27 PC Expo New York June 28-30 NetWorld + InterOp Atlanta Sept 12-14 NetWorks Expo Dallas Sept 20-22 Comdex Las Vegas Nov 14-18 IBM PERSONAL SOFTWARE PRODUCTS TECHNICAL INTERCHANGE April 25-29, 1994 San Francisco Hilton San Francisco, CA $895 Are you interested in learning about the latest and greatest Personal Software-related products and technologies? Do you need the most up-to-date information and skills to help you achieve more? Do you want straight talk from the experts and the actual developers of the software you use? Do you want a first hand look at the future of OS/2 Software Development? If you answer yes to any of these questions, the Personal Software Products Technical Interchange featuring OS/2 and LAN Systems is for you! The conference will be held at the San Francisco Hilton & Towers in San Francisco, California, April 25th-29th, 1994. This is a special event designed for OS/2 developers and professionals. The technical interchange has it all: new technologies, new products, new strategies, plus plenty of hands-on solutions that allow you to address current business challenges with ease while approaching the challenges of the future with confidence. Hear from industry experts about the latest computing trends. Participate in discussions about the latest products with the developers who made them possible. Learn powerful new programming skills and discover new ways to unleash the power of OS/2 so it will work for you. And share information, experiences and fun with over 2,000 OS/2 professionals who are your enthusiasm to learn and excel. The technical interchange lets your choose from over 200 interactive sessions in 20 tracks with topics selected specifically for their appeal and value to you: from new approaches in communications, device driver development, distributed systems management, LAN systems, database, and application development to the latest in hot new technology areas such as pen computing, multimedia, and object oriented technology. These sessions are sure to capture your interest and imagination. You will hear keynote speeches from IBM executives and co-sponsors; you will see demonstrations and exhibits from major vendors; and experience hands-on labs. Price and Registration: $895 per person. 3 or more attendees from the same company submitted at the same time and including full payment get a discounted price of $795 each. There are also 1 day, 2 day, and 3 day prices. To reserve your seat or to request further information, call 1-800-872-7109 or 1-508-443-4990. THE 1994 CLIENT/SERVER DATABASE CONFERENCE June 13 - 17, 1994 Sheraton New Orleans Hotel New Orleans, Louisiana $1,495 You dream of harmony among your I/S systems, while the reality you face is chaos from multiple C/S systems, suppliers, and products. Learn how to bring diverse parts to a unified whole at the 1994 Client/Server Conference - a comprehensive technical education event. Explore whole new ways of thinking in three important theme areas...From Desktop to Data Access, The Network as a System, and Integrating Data and Process. The 1994 Client/Server Database Conference features much more for '94: - IBM*, independent consultants, and other major database providers - Seven keynote addresses - Over 50 mini-classes - Expanded focus to include LAN and network management/automation and data management/automation tools and techniques - Case study sessions with practical Client/Server scenarios - The latest on the DB2* family including DB2 V3, DB2/2*, DB2/6000*, DB2/VSE and VM (SQL/DS*), and OS/400* - An extensive product exhibition of the latest database technology and application architectures This is a singularly important event for CIO and information technology managers, technical planners, database administrators, and implementers of Client/Server distributed databases. Price and Registration: $1,495 per person To Register: U.S. Customers call 1-800-IBM-TEACh Ext. 170 (1-800-426-8322) Course Code: E5421 Non-U.S. CUSTOMERS: Please contact your local IBM office. U.S. IBMers enroll via MSE under Course Code CE54210C. Non-U.S. IBMers: Enroll via your education coordinator: - AP, LA Helen Symonds at RHQVM15 (SYMONDS) - EMEA Carol Dixon at WSTCPOK (EDCAROL) - Canada & Caribbean Debbie Garneau at TORVM3 (GETSMART) For further information, or to obtain a flyer, please call 312-245-5556. IBM VNET users end a PROFS note to MKTGHELP at DAYVM1. ======================== 13. INFORMATION SOURCES IBM LAN SYSTEMS BUYERS GUIDE by Diane Stratton The IBM LAN Systems Buyer's Guide is designed to help you make your IBM LAN Systems buying decisions easier. This guide provides you with a single reference point for the major IBM LAN-oriented product offerings that are available. As with any LAN, you need to know not only what the products can do for you, but also what support and applications are available. This guide highlights selected IBM support offerings and provides you with information on various applications that support IBM LAN Systems products. The guide includes other important information for making a purchasing decision, such as hardware and software jproducts that are compatible with the various IBM LAN Systems products. SUBSCRIPTIONS -- CUSTOMERS AND VENDORS One free copy per account is available from 1-800-3IBMOS2. If you have your free copy and want to order more: 1) Call 1-800-879-2755 and ask for the LAN System Buyers Guide, order #G326-0393. 2) Call 1-800-442-6548 and ask for G326039300 IBM LAN Systems Buyers Guide. SUBSCRIPTIONS -- IBM EMPLOYEES Hardcopy is available with SLSS order number G363-0393 or through PUBORDER. Softcopy is available in MKTTOOLS, package name is G3260393. PERSONAL SYSTEMS MAGAZINE by Betty Hawkins Personal Systems magazine is a bi-monthly magazine published by IBM for personal computer professionals. This magazine takes you directly to the source--technical product specialists and developers. Detailed technical articles, technical Q&As, and product information on OS/2, personal computer hardware and software, DOS, networking solutions, applications, and more provide you with a valuable tool for your job as well as enhance your technical library. SUBSCRIPTIONS -- CUSTOMERS AND VENDORS Personal Systems is free to qualifying U.S. customers. To get a copy of the qualification form, customers can call 1-800-547-1283 and provide a fax number. IBMers can request a copy of the qualification form for their customers by sending a request to DALVM41B(IBMTCP). Customers outside the U.S. can subscribe through NCM Enterprises: call 214-550-0433 for subscription information (credit card is required). SUBSCRIPTIONS -- IBM EMPLOYEES 1) IBM employees in divisions 12, 23, and 72 can subscribe using OV/VM and the INEWS facility: select hard copy for the PS_SOL category. The branch office will be billed internally. 2) IBM employees in other divisions can subscribe through NCM Enterprises: call 1-800-678-8014. A credit card is required. 3) IBM employees outside the U.S. can subscribe through SLSS using order number GBOF-6007. This option is available to IBMers in the U.S. as well; however, the internal cost is a little higher and delivery time is a little longer. OS/2 DEVELOPER MAGAZINE by Dick Conklin The OS/2 Developer Magazine is a bi-monthly publication for OS/2 application developers, featuring technical articles, programming tips and techniques, product reviews, and development case studies. SUBSCRIPTIONS -- CUSTOMERS AND VENDORS Customer Subscriptions (U.S.): $39.95/year, (800) WANT-OS2 (Free to qualified OS/2 programmers in U.S.; call (415) 905-2655 or fax (415) 905-2233 for qualification form) International: (708) 647-5960, Fax (708) 647-0537 ($55.95 Canada & Mexico, $69.95 elsewhere) Subscription questions/problems: Fax (415) 905-2233, Compuserve**: 71572,341 Internet: 71572.341@COMPUSERVE.COM SUBSCRIPTIONS -- IBM EMPLOYEES SLSS (on HONE system), order number G362-0001 or one magazine with no subscription through PUBORDER. BACK ISSUES Available by calling 1-800 879-2755. Fall 1991 G362-0001-11 Winter 1992 G362-0001-12 Spring 1992 G362-0001-13 Fall 1992 G362-0001-15 Winter 1993 G362-0001-16 Spring 1993 G362-0001-17 July/Aug 93 G362-0001-18 Sept/Oct 93 G362-0001-19 Nov/Dec 93 G362-0001-20 Jan/Feb 93 G362-0001-21 BOOKS Articles from 1991 and 1992 issues: OS/2 2.X Notebook (3/93), Van Nostrand Reinhold Publishing Co. 1164 pages, $34.95, ISBN 0-442-01522-4, orders (800) 842-3636 IBM order number G362-0015, PUBORDER or (800) 879-2755 Articles from 1989 and 1990 issues: OS/2 Notebook, Microsoft Press 770 pages, $29.95, ISBN 1-55615-316-3, orders (800) MS-PRESS IBM order number G362-0003, PUBORDER or (800) 879-2755 PERSONAL SOFTWARE MAGAZINE by Mike Engelberg IBM Personal Software Magazine features technical articles about IBM PSP products. The kinds of articles in Personal Software Magazine include in-depth technical discussions of a product's features and functions, and how to use and take better advantage of those features and functions; collections of technical information heretofore published in many separate places; questions and answers; and valuable reference lists. Personal Software Magazine also reprints the best technical articles about PSP products that were written by members of PC and OS/2 user groups for their respective user group newsletters. Personal Software Magazine is published every three months, at the beginning of March, June, September, and December. Its circulation is 30,000 copies, and its readership (based on a survey done for a previous similar magazine) is about 85,000. SUBSCRIPTIONS -- USER GROUPS Personal Software Magazine is distributed at no charge to PC and OS/2 user groups that have registered with IBM's User Group Relations organization. It is also occasionally used for other purposes such as distribution at trade shows and major user group events. Personal Software Magazine is not currently available for individual orders or subscription. IBM PERSONAL SOFTWARE PRODUCTS (PSP) DEVELOPER SUPPORT NEWS by Mike Engelberg PSP Developer Support News (DSNEWS) carries news items of interest to Independent Software Developers about PSP products and services. Although intended specifically for members of IBM's Developer Assistance Program, its information is of value to, and accessible by, all developers. DSNEWS includes timely information about the latest offerings from PSP Developer Support, the Developer Connection organization, and other IBM organizations that support developers. DSNEWS features news about products of interest to developers; special offers; marketing programs; technical conferences about PSP products; business shows; migration workshops; and handy lists of relevant books. News items in DSNEWS come from many geographies outside the USA. DSNEWS is published every month, on the 15th day of each month (unless that day falls on a weekend, in which case DSNEWS is published on the next business day). DSNEWS is distributed at no charge and is available only electronically. DSNEWS is posted on all major e-mail systems -- CompuSserve, Internet, Fidonet, GEnie, PRODIGY, ... -- and on numerous worldwide bulletin-board systems. DSNEWS is a flat ASCII file. Formats other than ASCII are produced by an IBM volunteer in Austria who posts his versions in IBM's internal tools catalog. The .INF and PostScript versions are then packaged and sent to the same e-mail and BBS Systems mentioned above. SUBSCRIPTION -- CUSTOMER o America Online, in the OS/2 forum, in the Newsletters library o CompuServe, in OS2DF2 forum, *DAP library section 14 and in OS2DF1 forum, OPEN FORUM library section 15 o GEnie, in OS/2 Software Library 16 o Gopher, in index.almaden.ibm.com, OS/2 Information menu; also in bobblair.austin.ibm.com o IBM Canada BBS, in file area 35, OS/2 Programming o IBM Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) BBS, in file area DOCS.PUBS o IBM France OS/2 Developer Assistance Program BBS, in area PUBS01 o IBM OS2BBS (TALKLink), in OS/2 Software Library, in Documents and Info o IBM Personal Computer Company BBS, in file area 11, OS/2 Programming o Internet, in anonymous FTP server software.watson.ibm.com, in directory /pub/os2/info o PRODIGY, in the OS/2 Club topic's download library under IBM Files Note: If you cannot find files named dsn... (in lower case), look for files named DSN... (in upper case). SUBSCRIPTION -- IBM EMPLOYEE All 1994 issues, in ASCII format only, are in DSN4 PACKAGE in the OS2TOOLS tools catalog only. To obtain DSN4 PACKAGE, type REQUEST DSN4 FROM V1ENG AT BCRVM1 To subscribe to DSN4 PACKAGE, type TOOLS SENDTO KGNVMCB PCTOOLS OS2TOOLS SUB DSN4 PACKAGE All 1993 issues, in ASCII and INFBIN formats, are in DSNEWS PACKAGE in the MKTTOOLS, OS2TOOLS, and PCWIN tools catalogs. You can also request DSNEWS PACKAGE by typing REQUEST DSNEWS FROM V1ENG AT BCRVM1 DEVELOPER CONNECTION CD-ROM by Bill McKenna We are pleased to announce that the Developer Connection for OS/2 CD (Vol. 3) available in March 1994 will contain the latest LAN Systems tools and product demonstrations. The Developer Connection for OS/2 is an annual subscription program that delivers a CD(s) and a newsletter to your door four times a year. The Developer Connection for OS/2 is designed to support your continuing application development on the OS/2 platform by providing the most current technical information, tools, sneak previews, and insider tips from IBM and other companies. The LAN Systems content of the March 1994 Developer Connection includes: o DCE For OS/2 Starter Kit o DCE Client for OS/2 and Developer's Tools o LAN Server Application Programming Reference and Sample Programs o DOS LAN Services o LAN Distance for OS/2 Beta o MPTS AnyNet for OS/2 o Network SignON Coordinator 1.1 o XPG/4 Internationalization Library Demo o DCE Product Overview o LAN Product Overview, featuring LAN NetView and LAN Distance Viewable documents on the CD include: o LAN Systems White Papers and Strategy Documents o LAN Systems Buyer's Guide and Specification Sheets o Product Publications and Redbooks o CID Enablement Guidelines and Application List In addition, copies of the latest Toolkits for OS/2 2.1, Multimedia, and Pen are provided, plus Communications Manager/2, DB2/2, TCP/IP and development tools from IBM and many other companies. This release introduces the S.M.A.R.T. Tool (Beta) from One Up Corporation for porting your OS/2 and Windows 16-bit applications to 32-bit, and the Vendor Independent Messaging (VIM) Toolkit 2.0 from Lotus Development Corporation. An updated version of the OS/2 SMP Beta is provided and a new SOMobject Base Toolkit is included on the March 1994 CD. SUBSCRIPTION To order your subscription to The Developer Connection for OS/2 (or additional licenses) or to get additional information, please call: United States Canada 1-800-6DEVCON (1-800-633-8266) 1-800-561-5293 IBM Online Library Omnibus Edition: OS/2 Collection by Jim Becker This CD-ROM collection contains 362 unlicensed online books for over 40 OS/2 products. It also contains BookManager Library Reader/DOS, BookManager Library Reader/2, a Library Reader installation program, a program for uploading to MVS or VM, and a program for copying books to workstation storage. The books are viewable using the Library Readers or any of the BookManager READ products. Books are included for: DB2/2, FastRef/2, PL/I Package/2, Prolog/2, Translation Mgr/2, ADSTAR Dist. Storage Mgr., AnyNet/2, APTS/2, BookManager BUILD/2 and READ/2, C Set ++, CICS OS/2, Comm. Mgr./2, Cross System Product Set, CT/2, DCAF, GIK/2, GraphicsView/2, ImagePlus/2, IMS Client Server/2, LAN NetView Mgmt. Utilities, LAN NetView, LANDP, LAN Server, MERVA/2, MMPM/2, MPDA/2, NETDA/2, NetView DM/2, NetView DMA/2, Network Door/2, NTS/2, LAN Server, OS/2, Pen, Personal AS/2, SATT, Speech Server Series, TCP/IP, and WITT. Also, the LAN Systems Buyers Guide, the OS/2 2.0 Technical Library, and six "red books". Subscription: To order, call 1-800-879-2755 or call your IBM representative. Order #SK2T-2176; $49.95 TRADEMARKS The following terms, denoted by trademarks asterisk (*) in this newsletter, are trademarks or registered trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. IBM Corporation IBM, OS/2, Operating System/2, DB2/2, DB2, DB2/6000, AnyNet, VTAM, MVS/ESA, ES/9000, PS/2, CICS OS/2, NetView, Office Vision/MVS, Ultimedia, OS/400, AS/400, ADSTAR, AIX/6000, VM/ESA, VM/XA, Personal System/2, PS/2, Skill Dynamics, SQL/DS, SystemView, AIX, DatagLANce, BESTeam, LAN Server, PC DOS, Tested and Approved for IBM LAN Systems, Ready! for OS/2, Ready! for LAN Server. Trademarks denoted by double asterisk (**), are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. LAN SYSTEMS NETWORK NEWS SURVEY U.S. VERSION FIRST ISSUE, 1994 We want to produce a quality newsletter that meets your needs. Please take 5 minutes to give us your input. Please send your responses to: - FAX: 512-823-1864 - MAIL: IBM LAN Systems Marketing Support Department IBM Personal Software Products 11400 Burnet Rd. #2995 Austin, TX 78758 - INTERNET ID: LANSYSTEMS @ VNET.IBM.COM - IBM VNET: AUSVM1(LANNEWS) 1. Does this newsletter improve your product knowledge of IBM's LAN Systems products? _____ Yes _____ No 2. How often would you like this newsletter published? _____ Monthly _____ Every other month _____ Quarterly (currently published quarterly) 3. Is the length of the newsletter:____ Too short_____ Too long_____Just right 4. What other LAN Systems information would you like to see published in this newsletter? _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ 5. Are you a customer? _____ Yes _____ No 6. If you answered yes to #5, please answer the following questions: o What industry do you work in (e.g. Banking, Insurance, etc.) _____________________________________________________________________ o Do you currently have or plan to have IBM LAN Systems installed? _____ Yes _____ No o Do you have LAN Systems installed that are not IBM? If so, who is the software manufacturer? _____________________________________________________________________ COMMENTS: Please offer any ideas/suggestions to improve the newsletter. __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for answering this survey. We need your input! 3/94