IBM i on Power Access Client
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Hi, I see the old 5250 client (pcomm 5250) is available in Devolutions, would it be possible to get the new client added? It is java based and has a command line options to open a session. I have it running in a command line but it pops out to it's own window and running it in a tab would be easier. This is the command I use to start it: "\IBM\ClientSolutions\Start_Programs\Windows_x86-64\acslaunch_win-64.exe /plugin=5250 /system=systemname /name=sessionname /wide"
The web site is located here: http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/power/software/i/access/solutions.html
The client can also be started directly like this: "java -jar C:\IBMiAccess\acsbundle.jar"
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Hi,
I will add this to our todo list.
We will need your help to test.
Regards
David Hervieux
Thanks David, I will be glad to help test!
Hello Mr. Green,
When you mention the pcomm5250 are you talking about our AddOn for IBM Personal communications ?
Regards,
Michaël Beaudin
Hi,
I see this thread is about 10 months old, is there any progress in supporting the new 5250 client from IBM?
This new client java application is now used for IBM Power Systems, IBM i operating system (previous OS/400 & AS/400)
https://www.ibm.com/systems/power/software/i/access/solutions.html
I would like the user/password integration.
I am available for testing purposes.
I could supply a few additional testers as well...
Hello,
We just wanted to make sure. Is what you are asking for an update for an IBM add-on we currently have in RDM or are you asking for a brand new add-on ?
If it was an add-on we currently have, what were you using in the past? Was it IBM personal communications?
Best regards,
Michaël Beaudin
I'm a new RDM user. I do not use the current IBM addon.
The current "IBM Personal Communications" add on is not specific for IBM i (OS/400).
It also needs a license.
All current IBM i customers use the new IBM ACS (Client Solutions).
And it does not need a Client license, only a IBM i server license.
It would be great if it is integrated into RDM with an addon.
Thank you for the input. We'll get working on this as soon as possible and keep you updated on the progress.
Regards,
Michaël Beaudin
Hello,
A first build has been done for the IBM i Access AddOn. I wasn't sure if you wanted this AddOn to "Logon" to IBM i Access or if you wanted it to start a 5250 emulator to a specified system.
At the moment, the AddOn has been setup to work with the "Logon" command line. A .dll file has been linked to this reply so that you can test and see if it works like intended.
If it does then please let me know and I'll release the AddOn after some finishing touches. If it doesn't then please tell me what's wrong and I'll have a new version ready for testing soon after.
PS, the icon the IBMiAccess session isn't the correct one at the moment and will be fixed before it is released. Don't pay it any mind.
Regards,
Michaël Beaudin
Hi,
Thanks for this add-in. I've been waiting for this feature...
I downloaded the dll and placed it in the RDM installation folder.
When I create a new session, the add-in requests for acslaunch_win-32.exe.
I have however the 64-bit version installed (acslaunch_win-64.exe).
Is it possible to check on both executables?
Thanks !