IBM 1PA, Operational, Installation, And Maintenance Manual

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Preface
The IBM 7299 Express Products for AS/400 lets you use low-cost twisted-pair
cabling to connect devices to an AS/400, System/38, or System/36 host. When
using the 5250 Express Data Stream, the 7299 can increase the throughput to IBM
5250 Express adapters by nearly four times. For a detailed description of the 7299,
see Chapter 1, “Introducing the IBM 7299 Multiplexer, Express Hub, and Entry Hub
for AS/400.”
About This Book
Important
Before installing the 7299, read the Safety Information booklet that was
provided with the product and Appendix B, “Notices” on page B-1.
This book documents the following IBM 7299 Express Products for AS/400
products:
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Model 1PA
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Model 2PA
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Model 2EX
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Model 2FX
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Model 2EN
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Model 8MX
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Model 2EN Upgrade Kit
These products are described in Chapter 1, “Introducing the IBM 7299 Multiplexer,
Express Hub, and Entry Hub for AS/400.”
This book provides information for people who:
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Plan for the implementation of 7299s
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Install a 7299
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Troubleshoot 7299 installations
To use the planning, installation, and troubleshooting directions in this book, a
working knowledge of the following related topics is necessary:
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Host operating systems
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Twinax cabling
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Devices that you are connecting
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Troubleshooting methodology
How This Book Is Organized
This book is divided into the following parts:
Part 1: Planning, installation, and troubleshooting directions (For abbreviated
installation instructions, see “Quick Installation Guide” on page ix.)
Part 2: Reference information, including background and ordering information
Part 3: Technical support, warranty, notices, and trademark information
Preface
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