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DATE 950228
CATEGORY WS20, WS00, CM00, CM40
TITLE IBM NETVIEW DISTRIBUTION MANAGER EASY PREPARER FOR OS/2
ABSTRACT *-------------------------------------------------------------------*
| IN BRIEF . . . |
o Simplifies the preparation of software packages to be
distributed and installed on workstations using NetView
DM/2
o Uses common, easy-to-use tools such as the Presentation
Manager interface
o Eliminates delays associated with learning new tools
o Shields systems administrators from the complexity of
preparing software packages for the remote installation
process
o Enhances administrators' productivity by simplifying or
automating the following tasks:
- Response file generation
- Change file generation
- Modification file generation
- Partitioning and formatting of client hard drives
- Client boot diskettes creation
o Lets you save configuration data so you can reuse it for
future installations
o Supports Open Architecture
o LAD/2 (5764-031) upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep at a
special discount price
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This software makes it easy to prepare the operating system
and application software packages for distribution and installation
on OS/2 (R), DOS, and Windows+ workstations. It uses NetView (R)
Distribution Manager/2 (NetView DM/2) and common, easy-to use tools
to help administrators create the change and response files they need
to remotely install software on LAN-connected workstations.
COMMON TOOLS
With NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2
(NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2), system administrators are shielded
from the complexities of preparing software packages for the remote
installation process. Administrators can use common tools, such as
the Presentation Manager (R) interface, to prepare software packages
for remote installation. This helps to enhance administrators'
productivity by eliminating delays associated with learning new
tools. In addition, administrators do not need to know specific
NetView DM/2 commands and many tasks are simplified or automated (for
example, change and response file generation, partitioning and
formatting of client hard drives, creation of client boot diskettes).
CONFIGURATION DATA MANAGEMENT
Administrators can take advantage of the redirected, response
file install capability in IBM's configuration, installation, and
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distribution (CID) technology to prepare software packages. NetView
DM EasyPrep for OS/2 lets administrators define configuration data
for CID-enabled products via a PM dialog interface or REXX user
exits. The configuration data is saved in a relational database.
This will save administrators considerable time and effort because
they will be able to reuse the data for future installations.
Administrators are not limited to installing only CID-enabled
products. Through the use of replication methodology, administrators
can distribute and install products that are not CID-enabled.
OPEN ARCHITECTURE
When a new CID-enabled or non CID-enabled product is released,
you do not need to wait for a new version of NetView DM Easy Prep for
OS/2 to install that product. The new NetView DM EasyPrep
architecture supports new products as soon as they come out. In
addition, you can create new or customize existing "model response
files" to configure new products (for CID-enabled products). You can
also code user exits to extend the standard keyword validation rules
for your own needs.
PRICE: $995
PLANNED AVAILABILITY DATE: March 31, 1995
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation
+ Trademark of Microsoft Corporation
PRODNO 28H3798 28H3800
28H3799 32H9877
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION
IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2
(NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2) is a licensed program that simplifies
the preparation of operating system and application software packages
to be distributed and installed on OS/2, DOS, and Windows
workstations using the NetView DM/2 product.
NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 must be installed on the
workstation acting as "preparation site" for the distribution and
installation. For example you can install NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 in any of the following environments:
o In a server for the installation in a stand-alone NetBIOS LAN
o In a remote administrator workstation for the installation on
APPC connected LANs
o On a preparation site of a IBM NetView DM host which manages the
distribution in an enterprise network
The NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 interface automatically
builds response files, modification files and the change files used
to perform distribution and automatic installation of OS/2, DOS and
Windows products. It takes advantage of the redirected, response
file install capability of products which conform to IBM's
Configuration, Installation and Distribution (CID) strategy.
CONFIGURATION DATA MANAGEMENT FOR RESPONSE FILE GENERATION
(CID-ENABLED PRODUCTS)
The response file generation is based on the flexible concept of a
'model response file' which is a template describing how to collect
configuration data to generate response files for any CID-enabled
product. When a CID-enabled product is released, it is only a matter
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of customizing the NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 to add a new "model
response file" for the new product and use it to prepare as many
response files as your network configuration requires.
Configuration data for CID-enabled products can be defined via
a PM dialog interface or REXX user-exits depending on the
instructions contained in the "model response files". User exits
must be coded when the user wants to gather information from other
configuration repositories.
In addition, the configuration data is saved in a relational
database (managed by NetView DM EasyPrep) to be reused for further
installations.
AUTOMATIC GENERATION OF MODIFICATION FILES (NON CID-ENABLED PRODUCTS)
NetView DM EasyPrep automatically generates the modification (.MOD)
files used by NetView DM/2 to modify target workstation system files
when installing Non CID-enabled software. The .MOD files contain
information to modify the CONFIG.SYS, STARTUP.CMD and desktop for
OS/2 applications, and they contain information to modify the
CONFIG.SYS, AUTOEXEC.BAT, and Windows .INI files for DOS and Windows
applications.
The Modification file is largely used when you install a non
CID-enabled application through the NetView DM/2 installation by
replication.
TIME SAVINGS
NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 comes with a set of common products
ready to be configured and installed. In this way, it insulates
users from having to know the intricacies of the remote installation
process. NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 also helps save valuable time
in two different ways. It reduces the need for lengthy skills
accumulation and provides for simple and swift configuration of
software installs.
When NetView DM/2 Remote Administrator workstations are used
in the network, you can define each of the Change Control (CC)
Clients in your domain at the Remote Administrator workstation and
NetView DM EasyPrep will propagate the definition to the related
remote servers in the domain.
LINK TO NETVIEW DM FOR ENTERPRISE SOLUTION
For those users who are going to migrate to NetView DM 1.6 with the
Software Profile Management Facility (SPMF) feature, NetView DM
EasyPrep for OS/2 collects software and node definition directly from
the SPMF DB2 (R) relational database.
The administrative work is performed on the NetView DM/MVS
host to define network and assign software and on the NetView DM/2
workstation to configure and package that software.
PARTITIONING/FORMATTING
NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 provides features to automatically
partition and format workstation hard drives as desired. Without
Easy Prep, this task would have to be done manually prior to
installing software with NetView DM/2. Easy Prep can create
virtually the same drive configurations as those that can be created
using the OS/2 FDISK or FDISKPM commands, including installation of
Boot Manager. Drives can be formatted in either the FAT or HPFS file
systems.
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BOOT DISKETTE CREATION
The NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 user interface provides a convenient
means for generating both OS/2 and DOS boot diskettes for
installation on pristine workstations. Boot diskettes are
automatically configured for their environment (for example,
operating system, LAN Adapter type) when generated.
PRODUCT POSITIONING
NetView DM Easy Prep for OS/2 is a product that helps a
NetView DM/2 administrator prepare software packages for distribution
and installation on workstations connected to a LAN. It helps create
the change files and response files needed by NetView DM/2 to
remotely install a product.
The features available in NetView DM EasyPrep are unique in
the market today, with the exception of the IBM As-Is Software
Products and Offerings (AISPO) product known as LAD/2. The Easy
Preparer licensed program has more advanced features than the LAD/2
AISPO product, and will replace LAD/2 for customers that are using
LAD/2 as a front-end for NetView DM/2.
For a limited time, customers using LAD/2 have the option to
upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep. This offer is valid through
December 31, 1995. There are also some other service offerings that
help prepare packages for distribution over the LAN. Many of these
service offerings can be replaced by IBM NetView DM Easy Preparer for
OS/2 licensed program.
All customers (banks, insurance companies, large enterprise,
etc.) using LANs and using NetView DM/2 for software distribution
can take advantage of EasyPrep to prepare software package for
distribution. It makes this task much easier for systems
administrators.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
The following publication is available from Charlotte with the
availability date reported in the table below. To order, contact
your IBM representative.
PLANNED
ORDER AVAILABILITY
TITLE NUMBER DATE
IBM NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Concepts and Guide SH19-4151 3/31/95
Additional copies of this publication will be available for a
fee after product availability. These copies may be ordered from
your IBM representative, through the System Library Subscription
Service (SLSS) or by direct order.
DISPLAYABLE SOFTCOPY PUBLICATIONS: IBM NetView Distribution Manager
Easy Preparer for OS/2 publications are offered in displayable
softcopy form. All unlicensed manuals are included. The displayable
manual is part of the basic machine-readable material. The files are
shipped on the same media type as the basic machine-readable
material.
IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2
manuals are also offered in a displayable softcopy form through the
Networking System (NS) Collection Kit on CD-ROM. The information for
ordering the NS Collection Kit is available from an IBM
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representative.
The above displayable manuals can be used with the BookManager
(R) Read licensed program in any of the supported environments.
Terms and conditions for use of the machine-readable files are
shipped with the files.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: IBM NetView DM Easy Preparer for OS/2 can
only be adopted by customers who are already using IBM NetView DM/2
or customers who plan to adopt NetView DM/2 products.
The following are the hardware requirements for different
customers scenarios:
NETVIEW DM EASYPREP AS PREPARATION SITE FOR NETVIEW DM/MVS:
o System Unit
- Any IBM Personal System/2 (R) system unit supported by OS/2
Version 2.1 or later.
o Minimum Storage and Memory
The following minimum storage and memory requirements are
recommended:
- 16MB of main memory
- 320MB of hard disk space
These figures include the memory and storage requirements
to run NetView DM/2 and the related software prerequisites, as
described in the SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS section. These numbers
may be increased depending upon the functions used.
o Hardware features
- 3.5-inch diskette drive for local feature installation by
diskettes
- VGA, or XGA (R), or 8514/A display adapter on the workstation
where NetView DM EasyPrep is installed
- Any mouse device supported by the operating system
NETVIEW DM EASYPREP AS PREPARATION SITE FOR NETVIEW DM/2 CHANGE
CONTROL SERVER: The same hardware is required, with the following
additional machine requirements:
o Minimum Storage and Memory
The following minimum storage and memory requirements are
recommended:
- 16MB of main memory
- 480MB of hard disk space
These figures include the memory and storage requirements to
run NetView DM/2 and the related software prerequisites as described
in the SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS section. These numbers may be increased
depending upon the functions used, and the number of supported
clients.
NETVIEW DM EASYPREP AS PREPARATION SITE FOR NETVIEW DM/2 REMOTE
ADMINISTRATOR: The same hardware is required, with the following
additional machine requirements:
o Minimum Storage and Memory
The following minimum storage and memory requirements are
recommended:
- 32MB of main memory
- 1.0GB of hard disk space
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These figures include the memory and storage requirements to
run NetView DM/2 and the related software prerequisites as described
in the SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS section. These numbers may be increased
depending upon the functions used, and the number of supported
clients.
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: According to the different customer
scenarios, IBM NetView DM Easy Preparer for OS/2 requires:
o NetView DM/2 Entry Package (server component), when the customer
is using NetView DM for MVS, and uses the NetView DM/2 Entry to
prepare the Change files and response files for the software
packages that are being distributed and installed over the
network by NetView DM/MVS.
o NetView DM/2 Extended Package (server component), when the
customer uses NetView DM/2 Extended to prepare the Change files
and response files for the software packages that are being
distributed and installed over the LANs in a network.
o NetView DM/2 Remote Administrator (server component) and the
NetView DM/2 Extended Package (server component) when the
customer uses NetView DM/2 Remote Administrator to prepare change
files and response files for the software packages that are
installed in a remote LAN location.
Therefore, IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for
OS/2 requires the same software of the related NetView DM/2
component, with the following additional requirements:
o OS/2 Version 2.1 or later
o DB2/2 (TM) Version 1.0 or later
o DDCS/2 Version 1.0 or later (when NetView DM EasyPrep works as
preparation site of NetView DM/MVS 1.6 with SPMF feature)
COMPATIBILITY: IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for
OS/2 can be used only by those customers that are already using IBM
NetView DM/2 (5621-439) Version 2.1 (with CSD XR20460).
If any of the NetView DM/2 program packages (Entry, Extended,
or Remote Administrator) are used in conjunction with NetView DM/MVS
acting as Focal Point, then the software level of NetView DM/MVS must
be Version 1 Release 6 (5685-016), with SPMF feature.
PERFORMANCE CONSIDERATIONS: When customers use NetView DM EasyPrep
on a system with 16MB of RAM memory, and with the NetView DM/2 Change
Distribution Manager Dialogs (CDM Dialogs) active, they may
experience performance problems. Therefore it is recommended, for
those customers who are using NetView DM EasyPrep on a system with
16MB RAM memory, to close the CDM Dialogs.
PLANNING INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The customer is responsible for acquiring
all prerequisite hardware and software associated with IBM NetView
Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2.
The NetView DM/2 administrator should install the samples
"model response file" and "product definitions" provided with the
NetView DM EasyPrep product to become familiar with NetView DM
EasyPrep function. Using the NetView DM EasyPrep samples the NetView
DM/2 administrator can create a response file and can start testing
the product.
INSTALLABILITY: NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 is a CID-enabled
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product, therefore is fully compliant with the IBM NetView
Distribution Manager/2 Version 2.
Customers who have IBM NetView Distribution Manager/2 can use
it to install NetView DM EasyPrep either on local server or on a
server in a remote LAN location.
PACKAGING: IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2
is distributed in one package with the following material:
o IBM Program License Agreement
o Proof of License
o The set of 3.5-inch double-sided (2MB) diskettes
o IBM NetView DM EasyPrep for OS/2 Concepts and Guide
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL
IBM NetView Distribution Manager Easy Preparer for OS/2 uses
the security and auditability features of the operating system.
Physical security of the program diskettes, password security, and
appropriate security backup provisions are responsibility of the
user.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communication
facilities.
ORDERING ORDERING INFORMATION
Orders for new licenses will be accepted now. Shipments will
begin on the planned availability date.
To order these programs for order type, specify the order type
number, feature number, part number, program name, media and
quantity.
PROGRAM PACKAGE: Program diskette with documentation.
Order
Type Feature Part
Number Number Number Program Name Media
5871-AAA 0094 28H3798 NetView DM EasyPrep 3.5-in
for OS/2 Version 1.0 diske
Program Package
ADDITIONAL LICENSE COPIES: Authorizes the customer who has a program
package to make a single copy of the program diskette and printed
documentation.
The authorization is given by sending the customer an invoice
for an Additional License Copy (the ICA must be in effect) or by
sending the customer a Proof of Additional License certificate (the
ICA is not required). The Proof of Additional License certificate
has its own part number and feature number.
Order
Type Feature Part
Number Number Number Program Name
5872-AAA 0028 28H3799 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
without Certificate
5872-AAA 0029 28H3800 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
with Certificate
ADDITIONAL LICENSE COPIES -- VALU: When the Volume Discount Exhibit
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-- Volume Additional License Usage (VALU) applies, authorization to
make additional license copies begins on the start date specified in
the Addendum for Volume Discount.
Order
Type Feature Part
Number Number Number Program Name
5872-AA2 0028 28H3799 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
without Certificate
V.A.L.U.
5872-AA2 0029 28H3800 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
with Certificate
V.A.L.U.
DOCUMENTATION: Separate documentation with no diskette.
PROGRAM PACKAGE UPGRADE: Program diskette with documentation.
Current licensees of LAD/2 can upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep,
by ordering the following:
Order
Type Feature Part
Number Number Number Program Name
5873-BBB 0025 32H9877 Upgrade to NetView DM
EasyPrep for OS/2
from LAD/2 (5764-031)
AISPO Product
PROGRAM UPGRADE
NetView DM EasyPrep supersedes LAD/2 (5764-031) which will no
longer be marketed.
The program package upgrade option allows currently licensed
users of LAD/2 (5764-031) AISPO product to upgrade to NetView DM
EasyPrep PLA product.
The LAD/2 upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep option is valid
through December 31, 1995. These upgrades will be available through
IBM Authorized Personal Computer Dealers and Industry Remarketers --
Personal Computers certified to market IBM Authorized Advanced
Products. The remarketer will require a Proof of License for each
upgrade ordered. The original Proof of License is the colored front
cover page (inside the hard binder) or the separate Proof of License
page in the program package as identified by IBM to the remarketer.
Customers can also order upgrades through the local IBM office
using the IBM Personal Computer/System Program IBM U.S. Upgrade and
Certification Order Form included with this announcement.
The order can be placed only through the local IBM office
using the IBM Personal Computer/System Program IBM U.S. Upgrade and
Certification Order Form included with this announcement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
LICENSING: This program is licensed under the terms and conditions
of the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of the agreement is
included in the program package.
ADDITIONAL LICENSE: The IBM Customer Agreement (ICA) must be in
effect, or Proof of Additional License certificate must be acquired.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Program: Yes. Media: Three months
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Additional Licenses: Yes. Media: Not applicable
PROGRAM SERVICES: Program services will be available until
December 31, 1996. The statement of service included with the
program describes this service.
GETTING STARTED PERIOD: A 60-day "getting started" period is
provided by the Personal Systems Support Line for the first license
in enterprise location, site, or centralized help desk.
VOLUME ORDERS: The additional licenses included in this announcement
are eligible for volume discounting under the terms of the IBM
Customer Agreement and the exhibit for Volume Additional License
Usage. The additional licenses are included in Category B under
5872-AA2.
For information regarding other volume orders, contact your
IBM representative.
TESTING PERIOD: Two months for program packages.
NATIONAL EDUCATION LICENSE FEE: A National Education License Fee
(NELF) is available under the terms and conditions of the Education
Allowance Attachment. The NELF, which represents a 30% discount off
the single unit price, is not subject to any further discount or
allowance.
For LAD/2 (5764-031) program upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep,
the NELF discount is 35% and is not subject to any further discount
or allowance.
CHARGES
Optional
Support
Part One-Time Line
Number Description Charge Charge
28H3798 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Version 1.0
Program Package $995 $995
28H3799 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
without Certificate 896 ---
28H3800 NetView DM EasyPrep for
OS/2 Additional License
with Certificate 896 ---
32H9877 Upgrade to NetView DM
EasyPrep for OS/2
from LAD/2 (5764-031)
AISPO Product 647 ---
ADDITIONAL LICENSES CHARGE: Customers who pay a one-time charge for
additional licenses may copy machine-readable program materials and
printed documentation previously acquired from IBM in a program
package. One copy may be made for each additional license ordered.
PROGRAM UPGRADE CHARGE: A program upgrade charge will apply for
upgrades from the current LAD/2 (5764-031) AISPO product to upgrade
to NetView DM EasyPrep PLA product.
The LAD/2 upgrade to NetView DM EasyPrep option is valid
through December 31, 1995.
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation
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