We are still in the process of converting all regional buildings from
Token Ring to Ethernet but Ethernet only connections at the MF are not a
problem in fact that's where we already are. The PC's on token ring are
generally on the other side of the WAN cloud.
Do you really need a Token Ring network attachment of your zSeries
processor or just the continued use of Token Ring attached clients to
access mainframe resident applications?
Best Regards,
Sam Knutson, GEICO
Performance and Availability Management
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(office) 301.986.3574
"Think big, act bold, start simple, grow fast..."
-----Original Message-----
From: IBM Mainframe Discussion List [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Frank Lawrence
Sent: Monday, December 19, 2005 6:45 PM
To: IBM-MAIN@BAMA.UA.EDU
Subject: Token Ring and z9 Processor
I was surprised to find today that IBM no longer offers OSA Token Ring
as of the introduction of the zSeries z9-109 processor line. Apparently
they made some statement of direction about this last year, but then who
takes those things seriously. It's sort of like when IBM responds to a
SHARE requirement with the words "future design consideration" --- you
just don't believe it is really going to happen.
Well, we have a large demand for token ring among out sites, and will
have for at least the next few years. So, how much demand is out there
for Token Ring in other mainframe customer locations? If you don't mind
sharing, I'd like to hear back from shops using Token Ring and your
thoughts on how this will impact your upgrade decisions. Also, if you
have already addressed this limitation with some third party OEM
solution, please share that, too.
- Thanks
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