BosCom e-Twinax User manual

Overview
The e-Twin@x Controller is the only SNA-free, pure TCP/IP Controller in existence It allows you to leverage your investment
in Twinax by supporting all Twinax display stations and printers (both SCS and IPDS), as well as existing cabling When
used as a remote Controller, all SNA, AnyNet and MPTN traffic is eliminated, leaving your network with a single protocol:
pure TCP/IP, which is easy to configure and maintain, and is routable The e-Twin@x Controller also supports remote
management via a Web browser, saving you valuable technical resources
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Advantages
Replaces SNA connectivity and Anynet protocol with simple, easy-to-configure TN5250e TCP/IP
Serves as a secure, low cost connection from your remote branches to the AS/400 using the Internet, saving a fortune
in leased line expenses
Allows configuration and management from a standard Web browser that accesses the Controller via dial up or over
the WAN; most changes can be done without restarting the Controller
Includes a built-in 2- or 6-port* Remote Access Server (RAS), complete with AS/400 client RAS software, built-in
firewall and support for RADIUS standards
Housed in a compact 1U communications Controller that fits into standard 19” rack-mount communications cabinets
Provides IP over Twinax connection to a local or remote AS/400, allowing Twinax-attached PCs to benefit from IP
applications such as e-Mail, Web browsers and Microsoft Networking, while running up to 5 times faster when used
with BOS IP over Twinax drivers
Supports up to 112 Twinax devices; upgrades to expand the number of devices supported from 8 up to 56, are
software-based and can be applied either on-site or remotely, via the Internet
Provides an interface to Citrix Metaframe supporting Twinax technology or other corporate intranet computing for
PCs using IP over Twinax
Technical Specifications
Devices Supported
Supports virtually any Twinax-attached terminal, although for the later models not all features are supported (such as shared
addressing, mouse support, imaging, etc ) Here is a partial list: 5251, 5291, 3179-2, 3180, 3196, 3197C, 3197D, 3477, 3476, 3486, 3487
Printers
SCS Printers: 3812, 4214, 4245, 5219, 5224, 5256, 6262, 4234, 6400
IPDS Printers: 3812, 4224, 4230, 4234, 4028
Workstations: Supports all PCs with TDLC emulation and BOS, IBM or IBM-compatible ISA emulation cards
Host System Requirements
OS/400 V3R2 or higher
For device naming and SCS printing functionality the
correct PTF must be installed (See Web site for details )
Ethernet LAN connection
Physical Specifications
Electrical: Universal input 100v-240v, 0 6A, 50/60Hz
Width: 17 4" / 44 1 cm; with brackets: 19" / 48 3 cm
Height: 1 64" / 4 16 cm (1U)
Depth: 9 8" / 25 cm
Weight: 5 1 lbs / 2 3 kg
U.S. Headquarters
Valley North Business Park
2501 West Behrend Drive, Suite 65
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Tel: [phone] 445-2040
Fax: [phone]
sales@bosusa com
support@bosusa com
European Headquarters
BOS House Meridian East
Meridian Business Park
Leicestershire LE19 1WZ
United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
sales@boseurope com
support@boseurope com
Corporate Headquarters
Teradion Industrial Park
D N Misgav, 20179
Israel
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
sales@boscom com
support@boscom com
e-T inSt@r Series
Where xx represents the number of Twinax devices
supported: 08, 16, 28, 56 or 12 (for 112)
Additional Options
8-port Twinax connector brick
4-port RAS: Remote Access Server for e-Twin@x
Controller – Provides additional 4 ports
(pre-requisite: 4602)
SECURIT-e Server: Secure access to
AS/400 over the Internet (includes 2 port RAS)
TwinMail: e-Mail Support for Dumb Terminals
Dial Backup Communications Option
(pre-requisite: 4602)
RJ45 Connection Option (8 outputs)
RJ45 Connection Option (16 outputs)
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www.e-twinaxcontroller.com
AS/400 photograph courtesy of International Business Machines Corporation Unauthorized use
not permitted The IBM Business Partner emblem is a trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners © 2002 BOScom All specifications are subject to change
MK0050 04 02
Ordering Information
e-T in@x Controller Remote Models
Supports up to 3 Twinax devices
(includes 2 port Y-cable)
Supports up to 8 Twinax devices
(not for sale in North America)
Supports up to 10 Twinax devices
(includes 2 port Y-cable)
Where xx represents the number of Twinax devices
supported: 16, 28, 56 or 12 (for 112)
4693
4608
4610
46xx
4756
4712
e-T in@x Controller Local Models
Supports up to 56 Twinax devices connected to local hosts
Supports up to 112 Twinax devices connected to local hosts
e-Twin@x Controller™
Complete hardware and software solution that provides a
secure Twinax-over-TCP/IP connection to a local or remote
AS/400 – without SNA!
Rear view of e-TwinSt@r
Controller, with RJ45 unit
attached
* optional

Overcome Network Insta ility and Printing Pro lems
Dial Backup *
The Dial Backup feature ensures improved uptime for Controllers that are connected to an AS/400 using a LAN connection
(via the Internet routers or a separate Frame Relay network) If the LAN connection fails, the Dial Backup provides (via an
attached modem) an additional method to connect to the AS/400
Automatic Session Recovery
In the event that a router on a frame-relay network disconnects and then re-connects, users of remote Twinax-attached
devices can choose to resume their current session The e-Twin@x Controller can be set to automatically recover the session,
within a user-defined time period, ensuring smooth and efficient operations even in cases of network instability
Customized Object for Specialty Printers
The e-Twin@x Controller supports a wide variety of Twinax printers, including label and barcode printers that are often
called upon to deal with special printing requirements such as oversized fonts, graphics, and unusual page sizes A
parameter can be set to instruct the host to send a pure data stream through the e-Twin@x Controller, allowing it to override
the original complex formatting commands with simplified commands that are supported by most printer models, before
releasing the job to the destination printer
e-TwinSt@r Series Eliminates Need for Active Star Hu s
The e-TwinSt@r Series Controller includes a built-in unit featuring 8 (or 16) RJ45 sockets Twinax devices working over CAT5
lines are connected directly to the Controller, saving the cost of an active star hub and eliminating the need for power
sources and additional space in the communications closet, as well as the extra set-up and maintenance time
E-mail on Dum Twinax Terminals *
Basic e-mail functionality, known as TwinMail, is supported on dumb Twinax terminals In addition to sending and receiving
e-mail, TwinMail includes a personal address book that can be organized according to user-defined preferences
PC Remote Access
The e-Twin@x Controller supports a 2- or 6-port* Remote Access Server (RAS), providing remote PC users with network
access in addition to AS/400 access Remote users can dial in to the e-Twin@x Controller and gain access to the network
using the RAS This RAS includes a firewall for restricting access per user to specific IP devices or ports (e g one group
of users may be allowed access to the AS/400 for display emulation, but not file transfer) The RAS also automatically logs
all remote access activity The RAS component can use the services of any RADIUS server for authentication, if required
e-Twin@x Controller as an IP Gateway
The e-Twin@x Controller connects to the network using a standard network hub, which is attached to the local office via
a standard IP router Ethernet PCs can be connected to the same network hub as the Controller for mixed Ethernet and
Twinax infrastructures
With the TCP/IP drivers loaded on the PC, the user can take full advantage of the WAN, and get: support for e-Mail; printer
and file sharing on the network; access to Internet applications; and support for Citrix Metaframe
Configuration and Maintenance with Ease
The e-Twin@x Controller is managed via a standard Web browser, which enables all of the units to be managed from a
central point anywhere on the network, or via a modem dialed in to the RAS Configuration can also be done using a dumb
terminal attached to any of the ports The Controller software can also be updated over the network or via dial-in Terminals,
PCs or printers can be added to the Controller very simply using a plug-and-play feature in Auto mode The device name
can be changed at any time, without restarting the Controller The Controller also verifies the host connection, including
which PTFs are installed for each OS version
The e-Twin@x Controller as an
IP gateway with enabled RAS feature
Configuration and management can be done
via a standard Web browser from anywhere on
the network
Router DCU/CSU
PC
PC Printer
e-T in@x
Controller
T inax Printer
T inax
Terminal
PC
PC Printer
T inax
Terminal
Modem for
dial - in (RAS)
Modem
PC
Local Site
Remote Site
Home Office
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
Secure connection via the Internet using modem(s) for a
mixed Twinax and LAN environment
* optional
LAN (Frame Relay) connection with Dial
Backup feature
Twinax
DCU/CSU Router Ethernet
Secure, Relia le, Low Cost Connection using the Internet
When the traditional SDLC connection is replaced with a Wide Area Network (WAN) connection using TCP/IP, the e-Twin@x
Controller can be used to maintain legacy Twinax devices (such as high-speed printers and dumb terminals) at your remote
sites In this configuration, all the devices will appear on the AS/400 as TN5250 devices, and all PC devices can connect
to the AS/400 either by using dumb terminal emulation or by installing the e-Twin@x version of BOSâNOVA TCP/IP or IBM
TCP/IP drivers to connect to the AS/400 over TCP/IP
The e-Twin@x Controller can be connected to the AS/400 via the Internet, saving you a fortune in leased line expenses
Requirements are minimal:
Local site: a fixed connection to the Internet and BOS' Java-based SECURIT-e Server™, which can be run on the
AS/400, and any PC or Mini Computer with a Windows, Unix-based or Linux operating system
Remote site: a connection to the Internet, either via a dial up account or using a leased line to a local ISP
5250 traffic, encrypted via industry-standard algorithms, flows from the Controller to the Java-based server, where the data
is deciphered and sent to the AS/400 The e-Twin@x Controller can initiate the dial-up to the Internet when the first user
tries to access the AS/400 It also supports two parallel connections to two different ISPs, allowing increased bandwidth,
speed and reliability
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e-T in@x Controller
Internet
Router
Securit-e Server Local Site
Remote Site
DCU/CSU
Back-Up
T inax Printer
Modem 2
Modem 1
PC Printer
PC Printer
PC
PC
PC
T inax
Terminal
T inax
Terminal
Twinax Ethernet
Main
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
Securit-e Server
Router DCU/CSU
Router
Back-Up
Modem
Router
DCU/CSU
e-T in@x Controller
PC PC
PC Printer
PC Printer
T inax Printer T inax
Terminal
Internet
Frame
Relay
Remote Site
Local Site
Ethernet
Twinax

Overcome Network Insta ility and Printing Pro lems
Dial Backup *
The Dial Backup feature ensures improved uptime for Controllers that are connected to an AS/400 using a LAN connection
(via the Internet routers or a separate Frame Relay network) If the LAN connection fails, the Dial Backup provides (via an
attached modem) an additional method to connect to the AS/400
Automatic Session Recovery
In the event that a router on a frame-relay network disconnects and then re-connects, users of remote Twinax-attached
devices can choose to resume their current session The e-Twin@x Controller can be set to automatically recover the session,
within a user-defined time period, ensuring smooth and efficient operations even in cases of network instability
Customized Object for Specialty Printers
The e-Twin@x Controller supports a wide variety of Twinax printers, including label and barcode printers that are often
called upon to deal with special printing requirements such as oversized fonts, graphics, and unusual page sizes A
parameter can be set to instruct the host to send a pure data stream through the e-Twin@x Controller, allowing it to override
the original complex formatting commands with simplified commands that are supported by most printer models, before
releasing the job to the destination printer
e-TwinSt@r Series Eliminates Need for Active Star Hu s
The e-TwinSt@r Series Controller includes a built-in unit featuring 8 (or 16) RJ45 sockets Twinax devices working over CAT5
lines are connected directly to the Controller, saving the cost of an active star hub and eliminating the need for power
sources and additional space in the communications closet, as well as the extra set-up and maintenance time
E-mail on Dum Twinax Terminals *
Basic e-mail functionality, known as TwinMail, is supported on dumb Twinax terminals In addition to sending and receiving
e-mail, TwinMail includes a personal address book that can be organized according to user-defined preferences
PC Remote Access
The e-Twin@x Controller supports a 2- or 6-port* Remote Access Server (RAS), providing remote PC users with network
access in addition to AS/400 access Remote users can dial in to the e-Twin@x Controller and gain access to the network
using the RAS This RAS includes a firewall for restricting access per user to specific IP devices or ports (e g one group
of users may be allowed access to the AS/400 for display emulation, but not file transfer) The RAS also automatically logs
all remote access activity The RAS component can use the services of any RADIUS server for authentication, if required
e-Twin@x Controller as an IP Gateway
The e-Twin@x Controller connects to the network using a standard network hub, which is attached to the local office via
a standard IP router Ethernet PCs can be connected to the same network hub as the Controller for mixed Ethernet and
Twinax infrastructures
With the TCP/IP drivers loaded on the PC, the user can take full advantage of the WAN, and get: support for e-Mail; printer
and file sharing on the network; access to Internet applications; and support for Citrix Metaframe
Configuration and Maintenance with Ease
The e-Twin@x Controller is managed via a standard Web browser, which enables all of the units to be managed from a
central point anywhere on the network, or via a modem dialed in to the RAS Configuration can also be done using a dumb
terminal attached to any of the ports The Controller software can also be updated over the network or via dial-in Terminals,
PCs or printers can be added to the Controller very simply using a plug-and-play feature in Auto mode The device name
can be changed at any time, without restarting the Controller The Controller also verifies the host connection, including
which PTFs are installed for each OS version
The e-Twin@x Controller as an
IP gateway with enabled RAS feature
Configuration and management can be done
via a standard Web browser from anywhere on
the network
Router DCU/CSU
PC
PC Printer
e-T in@x
Controller
T inax Printer
T inax
Terminal
PC
PC Printer
T inax
Terminal
Modem for
dial - in (RAS)
Modem
PC
Local Site
Remote Site
Home Office
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
Secure connection via the Internet using modem(s) for a
mixed Twinax and LAN environment
* optional
LAN (Frame Relay) connection with Dial
Backup feature
Twinax
DCU/CSU Router Ethernet
Secure, Relia le, Low Cost Connection using the Internet
When the traditional SDLC connection is replaced with a Wide Area Network (WAN) connection using TCP/IP, the e-Twin@x
Controller can be used to maintain legacy Twinax devices (such as high-speed printers and dumb terminals) at your remote
sites In this configuration, all the devices will appear on the AS/400 as TN5250 devices, and all PC devices can connect
to the AS/400 either by using dumb terminal emulation or by installing the e-Twin@x version of BOSâNOVA TCP/IP or IBM
TCP/IP drivers to connect to the AS/400 over TCP/IP
The e-Twin@x Controller can be connected to the AS/400 via the Internet, saving you a fortune in leased line expenses
Requirements are minimal:
Local site: a fixed connection to the Internet and BOS' Java-based SECURIT-e Server™, which can be run on the
AS/400, and any PC or Mini Computer with a Windows, Unix-based or Linux operating system
Remote site: a connection to the Internet, either via a dial up account or using a leased line to a local ISP
5250 traffic, encrypted via industry-standard algorithms, flows from the Controller to the Java-based server, where the data
is deciphered and sent to the AS/400 The e-Twin@x Controller can initiate the dial-up to the Internet when the first user
tries to access the AS/400 It also supports two parallel connections to two different ISPs, allowing increased bandwidth,
speed and reliability
1
2
e-T in@x Controller
Internet
Router
Securit-e Server Local Site
Remote Site
DCU/CSU
Back-Up
T inax Printer
Modem 2
Modem 1
PC Printer
PC Printer
PC
PC
PC
T inax
Terminal
T inax
Terminal
Twinax Ethernet
Main
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
IBM AS/400
or iSeries
Securit-e Server
Router DCU/CSU
Router
Back-Up
Modem
Router
DCU/CSU
e-T in@x Controller
PC PC
PC Printer
PC Printer
T inax Printer T inax
Terminal
Internet
Frame
Relay
Remote Site
Local Site
Ethernet
Twinax

Overview
The e-Twin@x Controller is the only SNA-free, pure TCP/IP Controller in existence It allows you to leverage your investment
in Twinax by supporting all Twinax display stations and printers (both SCS and IPDS), as well as existing cabling When
used as a remote Controller, all SNA, AnyNet and MPTN traffic is eliminated, leaving your network with a single protocol:
pure TCP/IP, which is easy to configure and maintain, and is routable The e-Twin@x Controller also supports remote
management via a Web browser, saving you valuable technical resources
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Advantages
Replaces SNA connectivity and Anynet protocol with simple, easy-to-configure TN5250e TCP/IP
Serves as a secure, low cost connection from your remote branches to the AS/400 using the Internet, saving a fortune
in leased line expenses
Allows configuration and management from a standard Web browser that accesses the Controller via dial up or over
the WAN; most changes can be done without restarting the Controller
Includes a built-in 2- or 6-port* Remote Access Server (RAS), complete with AS/400 client RAS software, built-in
firewall and support for RADIUS standards
Housed in a compact 1U communications Controller that fits into standard 19” rack-mount communications cabinets
Provides IP over Twinax connection to a local or remote AS/400, allowing Twinax-attached PCs to benefit from IP
applications such as e-Mail, Web browsers and Microsoft Networking, while running up to 5 times faster when used
with BOS IP over Twinax drivers
Supports up to 112 Twinax devices; upgrades to expand the number of devices supported from 8 up to 56, are
software-based and can be applied either on-site or remotely, via the Internet
Provides an interface to Citrix Metaframe supporting Twinax technology or other corporate intranet computing for
PCs using IP over Twinax
Technical Specifications
Devices Supported
Supports virtually any Twinax-attached terminal, although for the later models not all features are supported (such as shared
addressing, mouse support, imaging, etc ) Here is a partial list: 5251, 5291, 3179-2, 3180, 3196, 3197C, 3197D, 3477, 3476, 3486, 3487
Printers
SCS Printers: all models supported
IPDS Printers: all models supported
Workstations: Supports all PCs with TDLC emulation and BOS, IBM or IBM-compatible ISA emulation cards
Host System Requirements
OS/400 V3R2 or higher
For device naming and SCS printing functionality the
correct PTF must be installed (See Web site for details )
Ethernet LAN connection
Physical Specifications
Electrical: Universal input 100v-240v, 0 6A, 50/60Hz
Width: 17 4" / 44 1 cm; with brackets: 19" / 48 3 cm
Height: 1 64" / 4 16 cm (1U)
Depth: 9 8" / 25 cm
Weight: 5 1 lbs / 2 3 kg
North America
BOSaNOVA, Inc.
2021 W. Rose Garden Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Tel: [phone] 516-0029
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
European Headquarters
BOS House Meridian East
Meridian Business Park
Leicestershire LE19 1WZ
United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
sales@boseurope com
support@boseurope com
Corporate Headquarters
Teradion Industrial Park
D N Misgav, 20179
Israel
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
sales@boscom com
support@boscom com
e-T inSt@r Series
Where xx represents the number of Twinax devices
supported: 08, 16, 28, 56 or 12 (for 112)
Additional Options
8-port Twinax connector brick
4-port RAS: Remote Access Server for e-Twin@x
Controller – Provides additional 4 ports
(pre-requisite: 4602)
SECURIT-e Server: Secure access to
AS/400 over the Internet (includes 2 port RAS)
TwinMail: e-Mail Support for Dumb Terminals
Dial Backup Communications Option
(pre-requisite: 4602)
RJ45 Connection Option (8 outputs)
RJ45 Connection Option (16 outputs)
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48xx
4600
4601
4602
4604
4605
4800
4801
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www.e-twinaxcontroller.com
AS/400 photograph courtesy of International Business Machines Corporation Unauthorized use
not permitted The IBM Business Partner emblem is a trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners © 2002 BOScom All specifications are subject to change
MK0050 04 03
Ordering Information
e-T in@x Controller Remote Models
Supports up to 3 Twinax devices
(includes 2 port Y-cable)
Supports up to 8 Twinax devices
(not for sale in North America)
Supports up to 10 Twinax devices
(includes 2 port Y-cable)
Where xx represents the number of Twinax devices
supported: 16, 28, 56 or 12 (for 112)
4693
4608
4610
46xx
4756
4712
e-T in@x Controller Local Models
Supports up to 56 Twinax devices connected to local hosts
Supports up to 112 Twinax devices connected to local hosts
e-Twin@x Controller™
Complete hardware and software solution that provides a
secure Twinax-over-TCP/IP connection to a local or remote
AS/400 – without SNA!
Rear view of e-TwinSt@r
Controller, with RJ45 unit
attached
* optional