Yes, I understand that, but currently our TN3270 server is offloaded from the CPU (it's a Visara box). It seems to minimize impact to the current LPAR (single LPAR machine), would be to get an IFL with z/VM, Linux and the Communications Server. This has little to NO impact to the LPAR, but by moving this server from an outboard box inward could have adverse effects (especially on our already loaded LPAR).
Yes, it would be nice to get the IFL, z/VM (which we already have) and letting the Penguins multiply. :-) Frank M. Ramaekers Jr. Systems Programmer MCP, MCP+I, MCSE & RHCE American Income Life Insurance Co. Phone: (254)761-6649 1200 Wooded Acres Dr. Fax: (254)741-5777 Waco, Texas 76701 ________________________________ From: The IBM z/VM Operating System [mailto:ib...@listserv.uark.edu] On Behalf Of David Boyes Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 8:44 PM To: IBMVM@LISTSERV.UARK.EDU Subject: Re: Linux communications server Unless you really, really need sophisticated VTAM connectivity (ie, you funnel people into a session manager and need more function than a dialed terminal can provide) or you're REALLY REALLY tight on CPU on the standard engine side, it's kinda overkill for just terminal support. The telnet servers included with the TCP stack do that function very well and are already paid for. That said, it works well if you need what it does. It's a great wedge to get an IFL in the door, and once it's there, you'll find more stuff to do with it. _____________________________________________________ This message contains information which is privileged and confidential and is solely for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, be aware that any review, disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, please destroy it immediately and notify us at privacy...@ailife.com.
