DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NUMBER 196-061 DATE 960319 CATEGORY CM00, CM10, CM30, CM40, CM50 TYPE Hardware TITLE IBM 8235 ISDN BRI ADAPTERS AND RELEASE 4.0 SOFTWARE UPGRADE ABSTRACT *-------------------------------------------------------------------* | IN BRIEF . . . | The IBM 8235 improves the productivity of the remote workplace by providing remote access to LANs. The following are additional features and benefits: o Gives users a competitive advantage by providing remote access to real-time data (for example, inventory, prices, rates) o Supports multiple protocols (NETBIOS, IPX, IP, 802.2 LLC and Appletalk on Ethernet) o Offers ISDN support with new Basic Rate Interface (BRI) ISDN adapters for the IBM 8235 integrated modem models o ISDN support includes support for virtual connections with IP and IPX applications, and channel aggregation -- cost and performance optimizers o Features a new OS/2 dial-out client o Includes upgraded software that simplifies installation o Adds a shuttle function for OS/2 and Warp DIALs users o Provides complete IP support for the Management Facility o Adds IP support for the Windows Dial-Out client o Improves security options for Windows 95 users | | *-------------------------------------------------------------------* With the 8235 Dial In Access to LANs (DIALs) hardware server, you can use standard dial-up telephone lines or digital networks (such as ISDN) to remotely access your LAN resources. This capability extends the productivity of the workstation to the remote workplace. This announcement features: (1) new adapters and new software that deliver the benefits of Integrated-Services Digital Networks (ISDN), and (2) other functions that ease the use and management of remote LAN access products. The following is a summary of the new features: o Integrated basic rate ISDN support with: - Pluggable 2B+D channel adapters (S/T interface) for the integrated modem models of the 8235; - Static channel aggregation for dial-in and LAN-to-LAN - Virtual connections support with spoofing at the network, server and application levels for IP and IPX applications - IP address pooling replaces IP address per port assignment o New dial-out client for OS/2 (R) and Warp users o Management facility now includes image download with IP protocol o Windows+ dial-out client supported by IP in addition to IPX o DIALs client enhancements DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 2 - IBM WAVERUNNER (TM) (ISDN) adapter support - Improved setup facility - Nonstandard port driver support and API - Shuttle feature for OS/2 Dial-In o Windows 95 environment security enhancements o Security - Digital Pathways security server support - TACACS+ support - Blockade Systems/RACF (TM) support You can purchase the new adapters for use in new or installed integrated modem models of the 8235. All models shipped from IBM after May 17, 1996, will have the new Release 4.0 software installed. Units shipped before May 17, 1996, will have Release 3.5 software installed. Software-only upgrade kits to upgrade Release 3.5 units will be available, at no charge, after May 17, 1996. Release 4.0 software is required for the new BRI ISDN adapter features. If you already have the IBM 8235 installed, you can order the software upgrade, with and without memory, separately. TECHNICAL INFORMATION The 8235 is a stand-alone unit that can sit on a table top or be rack mounted in a wiring closet. It is easily scalable -- you can add units and manage them from a single point of control, and it is easy to install -- installation of any 8235 model averages less than 30 minutes! To install and manage the 8235, you need a Windows-based workstation with the IBM 8235 management software installed. This software can be run on a Windows workstation or under WIN-OS/2 (TM) on an OS/2 workstation (with IP) or as a Windows application on a Windows 95 workstation. PLANNED AVAILABILITY DATE: May 17, 1996 (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. + Trademark of Microsoft Corporation (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. PRODNO 8235 8235-021 42H4560 [8235-021 with Release 4.0 software] 8235-022 42H4570 [8235-022 with Release 4.0 software] 8235-031 42H4590 [8235-031 with Release 4.0 software] 8235-032 42H4600 [8235-032 with Release 4.0 software] 7270 41H7270 [4.0 software, token ring models -- requires 2M] 7271 41H7271 [4.0 software, ethernet models -- requires 2M] 7272 41H7272 [4.0 software + memory for 8235-001] 7273 41H7273 [4.0 software + memory for 8235-002] 7280 41H7280 [4.0 software + memory for 8235-011 or -021] 7290 41H7290 [4.0 software + memory for 8235-012 or -022] 4580 42H4580 [single ISDN s/t] [All upgrades, except those for models 001 and 002, include a PROM chip, which may be needed in models 011/012 and 031/032 if ISDN adapters will be installed.] DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 3 OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION The native support for ISDN, with channel aggregation and virtual connections for IP and IPX applications, brings a new level of performance at a controllable cost to remote users of network resources. The following enhancements expand the usefulness and usability of the 8235: o Dial-In client enhancements, including a shuttle function for OS/2 and Warp users which can be used to manage your config.sys for local and remote operation. o The addition of the OS/2 dial-out client o Extended management function using the Management Facility under IP and support for the Windows Dial-Out client using IP o Added Security support, including improvements for the Windows 95 user A summary of the advantages of the basic 8235 functions, and the new 8235 and DIALs client functions, is discussed below. IMPROVES THE PRODUCTIVITY OF REMOTE WORKERS Users in the field, such as agents, sales representatives, and employees who travel or work at home can access their LAN resources from any location that has access to a variety of communication services. This extends the productivity of the workstation to the remote workplace. Using standard analog modems and dial-up telephone lines or high-performance digital networks, the IBM 8235 and Release 4.0 of the IBM DIALs Client (operating in the remote PC) allow high-performance, simple access to applications that users normally run from a workstation connected to a LAN. GIVES YOU A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE With support for multiple protocols and with high-performance routing, filtering, and compression techniques, excellent performance can be achieved when addressing a variety of applications remotely. With access to real-time data for inventory, prices and rates, a sales representative or agent at a customer site can determine availability and cost for specific offerings in real time, and can place orders with real-time update to inventory databases and customer files. Having good, timely information can be the key to closing a sale and maintaining customer satisfaction, particularly when the competition cannot provide the same type of service. With the IBM 8235, service providers can allow customers to access LAN-based applications maintained by the service provider. By providing customers with specific applications to run on the remote PC and providing the remote access connection with Release 4.0 of the IBM DIALs Client, a service provider can enable customers to access LAN-based services in real time. Since the service provider does not need to be directly involved in the process, the provider's resources are available for other opportunities. STANDARDS: ISDN Basic Rate support is provided in the US and other countries offering ISDN service. PRODUCT POSITIONING The new adapter features are for customers on the leading edge using ISDN services. The ISDN adapters can be mixed with V.34 modems, and asynchronous adapters to address specific customer environments. A maximum of four (4) BRI ISDN adapters is permitted DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 4 per IBM 8235 integrated modem model (Model 011, Model 012, Model 031, and Model 032). For each BRI ISDN adapter less than four, two V.34 modems or asynchronous serial cards may be installed in the unit. Most of the functional enhancements, outside the new WAN support, are in response to customer requests. The addition of an OS/2 dial-out client is in answer to the IBM OS/2 customer set. The complete IP support for the Management Facility and the addition of an IP transport option for Windows dial-out, is in answer to those customers requesting minimization of LAN protocols. The improvements to the DIALs client setup is another step toward achieving real "plug-and-play" for the remote user. CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS The following publications are shipped with the product. Additional copies are available ORDER PART TITLE NUMBER NUMBER 8235 Installation Guide GA27-4018 42H4630 8235 Administrator's Manual SC30-3629 42H4631 The following publications are available To order, contact your IBM representative. ORDER PART TITLE NUMBER NUMBER 8235 Installation Guide GA27-4018 42H4630 8235 Administrator's Manual SC30-3629 42H4631 The System Library Subscription Service (SLSS) is available by order number only. Customers currently subscribing to SLSS will receive publication updates automatically. TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Models 021 and 022 o Width: 43.18 cm o Depth: 25.4 cm o Height: 4.37 cm o Weight: 2.80 kg Models 031 and 032 o Width: 43.18 cm o Depth: 25.4 cm o Height: 4.37 cm o Weight: 3.54 kg OPERATING ENVIRONMENT o Temperature: 10 (degs) to 40.0 (degs)C (50 (degs) to 104 (degs)F) o Relative Humidity: 8% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 27C o Electrical Power: 60 Watts (40 Watts Model 021, 022) HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS CLASS C OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: Installation and management of the IBM 8235 unit requires a Windows-based workstation loaded with the IBM 8235 management software. Software clients are provided for the remote PCs dialing into the LAN to which the IBM 8235 is attached. Known as the IBM DIALs DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 5 Client for OS/2 and DOS and Windows, this software can be installed and operate with DOS 3.3, or Windows 3.1, or OS/2 2.0 (or later versions of these operating systems). IBM DIALs Client for OS/2 and DOS and Windows is available from IBM as part of the 8235 machine shipment group. For operation of a LAN workstation using the 8235 as a modem pooling device for async dial-out, the 8235 Dial-Out Client software, shipped as part of the 8235 machine shipment group, must be installed on a workstation with a DOS 3.3 or Windows 3.1, or OS/2 2.0, (or later versions) or equivalent operating systems. A maximum of four (4) BRI ISDN adapters is permitted per IBM 8235 integrated modem model (Model 011, Model 012, Model 031, Model 032). For each BRI ISDN adapter less than four, two V.34 modems or asynchronous serial cards may be installed in the unit. The BRI ISDN adapters require Release 4.0 software for installation and operation on the IBM 8235 integrated modem models. SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: Operation of a remote PC with the IBM 8235 requires the use of the DIALs client software running on a PC with DOS 3.3, Windows 3.1 or OS/2 2.0 operating systems (or later versions), or an ARA 2.0 client on a Macintosh for Appletalk on Ethernet. IP applications can be run via SLIP or PPP. Also supported for dial-in are the Windows 95 and Windows NT 3.5 remote access clients provided with these operating systems. The 8235 DIALs Client is provided as part of the shipment group with the 8235 and includes a license to make unlimited copies, at no charge, for use on remote PCs dialing into the 8235. Operation of a LAN workstation with the IBM 8235 modem pooling function requires the use of the 8235 Dial-Out Client software, supplied with the 8235 shipment group, and running on a workstation running DOS 3.3 or OS/2 2.0 or Windows 3.1 (or later versions) or equivalent operating systems. Also provided with the unit is the LAN-to-LAN connection software for LAN workstations which operates on a Windows workstation. The BRI ISDN adapters require Release 4.0 software for installation and operation on the IBM 8235 integrated modem models (Model 011, Model 012, Model 031, and Model 032). PLANNING INFORMATION CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The IBM 8235 is designated as customer setup. The customer is responsible for preparing the telephone service and the LAN service. Customer setup and service is available. CABLE ORDERS: LAN connection cables and telephone cables are not provided with the 8235 units. FOR ALL 8235 MODELS: The customer supplies the cable connecting the IBM 8235 dial-in LAN servers to the customer's LAN. The 8235 models 021 and 031 are supported for operation in the IBM Token-Ring Network. The IBM Token-Ring Network PC Adapter Cable (6339098) is available from IBM. The IBM 8235 models 022 and 032 are supplied with three Ethernet connectors. This allows attachment of the Ethernet version of the 8235 to 10BaseT (twisted-pair), 10Base5 (thick coaxial), or 10Base2 (thin coaxial) media. IBM 8235 Models 031 and 032 (applies also to Models 011 and 012) DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 6 The customer supplies the cables connecting the IBM 8235 031 and 8235 032 dial-in LAN servers to the telephone service or external modems/terminal adapters. The server unit has up to eight mixed RJ-11 connectors (telephone line attachment), DB-9 connectors (async terminal adapter and/or external modem attachments), or RJ-45 connectors for ISDN line connection. A maximum of four (4) BRI ISDN adapters is permitted per IBM 8235 integrated modem model (Model 011, Model 012, Model 031, and Model 032). For each BRI ISDN adapter less than four, two V.34 modems or asynchronous serial cards may be installed in the unit. IBM 8235 Models 021 and 022 (applies also to the Models 001 and 002) 8 DB-25 RS-232C connectors are available for attachment to external modems or asynchronous terminal adapters. INSTALLABILITY: Installation time for any 8235 model averages less than thirty minutes. PACKAGING NUMBER OF SHIPMENT GROUP BOXES Machine unit 1 Power cord Mounting brackets for rack mounting IBM 8235 Hardware Installation Guide IBM 8235 Administrator's Guide Workstation diskettes for 8235 management DIALs Client software diskette with softcopy Dial-In User's Guide. Dial-Out Client diskette with softcopy Dial-Out User's Guide. Licensing information Features are packaged separately. SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL The security and auditability features of this product are as follows: o Password protection for remote access users by userid o Password aging and user password changing o Centralized userid/password server for multiple 8235 units o Callback number feature o Authorized manager restrictions o Support for use of Security Dynamics Inc. SecurID and ACE Server o Support for Digital Pathways Security Server o Support for use of the Novell NetWare Bindery o Support for use of other third-party security devices via an API and via TACACS and TACACS+ o Support of Blockade Systems via TACACS+ giving access to RACF o Support of a banner at log-in. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. ORDERING TERMS AND CONDITIONS FEATURE SECTION DATA BASE : ALET PAGE: 7 MES DISCOUNT APPLICABLE: The feature discount will be equal to the discount percent associated with the current Volume commitment of the machine type on which it is installed. FIELD-INSTALLABLE FEATURE: Yes. The features are field installable ONLY -- they are not plant installable. WARRANTY PERIOD: One Year CUSTOMER SETUP: Yes All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM 8235 Models in which the feature is installed. CHARGES CHARGES -- FEATURES Feature Part Machine Purchase Description Number Number Type Model Price Single ISDN S/T 4580 42H4580 8235 ZZZ $999 Upgrade + Memory 7272 41H7272 8235 ZZZ 570 [8235-001] Upgrade + Memory 7273 41H7273 8235 ZZZ 570 [8235-002] Upgrade + Memory 7280 41H7280 8235 ZZZ 570 [8235-011/021] Upgrade + Memory 7290 41H7290 8235 ZZZ 570 [8235-012/022] Upgrade W/O Memory 7270 41H7270 8235 ZZZ 0 [8235-0x1] Upgrade W/O Memory 7271 41H7271 8235 ZZZ 0 [8235-0x2] [All upgrades, except those for models 001 and 002, include a PROM chip, which may be needed in models 011/012 and 031/032 if ISDN adapters will be installed.] - - - E N D O F P R I N T O U T - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -