gallo@zeno.fit.edu (Michael A. Gallo) (07/26/90)
I was asked to investigate a cost-effective solution to connecting an IBM PC
to an IBM 4381. Two possibilities are being discussed.
1. Establishing a modem connection
2. Using a direct line to the 4381
Possibility 1
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I was told that the 4381 has the necessary hardware to allow async modem
connections. However, the hardware has yet to be installed and configured.
If the hardware were in place what would I need to effect a modem connection
that would provide 3270 emulation on the PC? Someone suggested using an
EiconCard/PC from Eicon Technology, but I do not know anything about it.
Possibility 2
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In the near future a direct line to the 4381 will be installed in one of our
offices. I was told that along with the line we will be receiving a 3270
terminal. However, my director would like to use a PC in lieu of this terminal.
Once the line is installed what do we need to do to enable a PC connection?
Any thoughts/ideas/suggestions/comments/etc. regarding this issue would be
most appreciated. Please e-mail to me personally. I will post a summary.
Thanks
Mike Gallo
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL 32901
407/768-8000 x7551
Internet: gallo@zeno.fit.edu
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