This book describes how to install and configure the DB2 UDB Option for CICS. It includes planning considerations, installation instructions, configuration instructions, and troubleshooting information.
These specific guidelines and step-by-step instructions are intended for those who install, configure, and maintain Sybase mainframe client/server components on an IBM z/Series mainframe. This guide is for anyone who performs tasks, such as a:
CICS system programmer
DB2 database administrator
DirectConnect administrator
This guide assumes you have a working knowledge of system administration for your environment. For a z/OS-CICS environment, for example, you should be familiar with z/OS and CICS system administrative procedures, such as defining CICS resources and SNA definitions.
The following table describes new names for products in the 12.6 release of the Mainframe Connect Integrated Product Set (IPS).
Old product names |
New product name |
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Mainframe Connect Client Option for CICS |
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Mainframe Connect Client Option for IMS and MVS |
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Mainframe Connect Server Option for CICS |
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Mainframe Connect Server Option for IMS and MVS |
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Mainframe Connect DB2 UDB Option for CICS |
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DirectConnect for z/OS |
This guide consists of five sections: planning, installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and appendix. The first four sections contain chapters that describe sets of tasks. The last section contains useful reference information.
The DB2 UDB Option for CICS requires the Server Option for CICS to be installed. Therefore, the Server Option for CICS is shipped with the DB2 UDB Option for CICS. You will find instructions for installing the Server Option for CICS in the Mainframe Connect Server Option for CICS Installation and Administration Guide, which is also shipped with the DB2 UDB Option for CICS.
The following table shows tasks you perform using this guide and the Mainframe Connect Server Option for CICS Installation and Administration Guide.
To |
See |
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Understand |
DB2 UDB Option for CICS components |
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Plan |
Installation and configuration |
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Install |
DB2 UDB Option for CICS |
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Configure |
DB2 UDB Option for CICS |
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Troubleshoot |
Problems with client access to data on the mainframe |
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Reference |
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In addition to this book, you also need the Mainframe Connect Server Option for CICS Installation and Administration Guide, which ships with the DB2 UDB Option for CICS.
For the latest product information, refer to the release bulletins for the DB2 UDB Option for CICS and the Server Option for CICS.
You may also need to refer to the following documentation:
Mainframe Connect DirectConnect for z/OS Option Installation Guide
Mainframe Connect DirectConnect for z/OS Option User's Guide for DB2 Access Services
Mainframe Connect DirectConnect for z/OS Option User's Guide for Transaction Router Services
Enterprise Connect Data Access and Mainframe Connect Server Administration Guide for DirectConnect
Mainframe Connect Server Option Programmer’s Reference for Remote Stored Procedures
Mainframe Connect Client Option Programmer’s Reference for Client Services Applications
Mainframe Connect Client Option and Server Option Messages and Codes Guide
Use the Sybase® Getting Started CD, the SyBooks™ CD, and the Sybase Product Manuals Web site to learn more about your product:
The Getting Started CD contains release bulletins and installation guides in PDF format, and may also contain other documents or updated information not included on the SyBooks CD. It is included with your software. To read or print documents on the Getting Started CD, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader, which you can download at no charge from the Adobe Web site using a link provided on the CD.
The SyBooks CD contains product manuals and is included with your software. The Eclipse-based SyBooks browser allows you to access the manuals in an easy-to-use, HTML-based format.
Some documentation may be provided in PDF format, which you can access through the PDF directory on the SyBooks CD. To read or print the PDF files, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Refer to the SyBooks Installation Guide on the Getting Started CD, or the README.txt file on the SyBooks CD for instructions on installing and starting SyBooks.
The Sybase Product Manuals Web site is an online version of the SyBooks CD that you can access using a standard Web browser. In addition to product manuals, you will find links to EBFs/Maintenance, Technical Documents, Case Management, Solved Cases, newsgroups, and the Sybase Developer Network.
To access the Sybase Product Manuals Web site, go to Product Manuals.
Technical documentation at the Sybase Web site is updated frequently.
Finding the latest information on product certifications
Point your Web browser to Technical Documents.
Select Products from the navigation bar on the left.
Select a product name from the product list and click Go.
Select the Certification Report filter, specify a time frame, and click Go.
Click a Certification Report title to display the report.
Creating a personalized view of the Sybase Web
site (including support pages)
Set up a MySybase profile. MySybase is a free service that allows you to create a personalized view of Sybase Web pages.
Point your Web browser to Technical Documents.
Click MySybase and create a MySybase profile.
Finding the latest information on EBFs and software
maintenance
Point your Web browser to the Sybase Support Page.
Select EBFs/Maintenance. If prompted, enter your MySybase user name and password.
Select a product.
Specify a time frame and click Go. A list of EBF/Maintenance releases is displayed.
Padlock icons indicate that you do not have download authorization for certain EBF/Maintenance releases because you are not registered as a Technical Support Contact. If you have not registered, but have valid information provided by your Sybase representative or through your support contract, click Edit Roles to add the “Technical Support Contact” role to your MySybase profile.
Click the Info icon to display the EBF/Maintenance report, or click the product description to download the software.
Syntax statements that display options for a command look like this:
COMMAND [object_name, [ {TRUE | FALSE} ] ]
The following table explains the syntax conventions used in this guide.
Symbol |
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( ) |
Parentheses indicate that they are included as part of the command. |
{ }
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Braces indicate that you must choose at least one of the enclosed options. Do not type the braces when you type the option. |
[ ]
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Brackets indicate that you can choose either one or more of the enclosed options, or none of the options. Do not type the brackets when you type the options. |
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The vertical bar indicates that you can select only one of the options shown. Do not type the bar in your command. |
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The comma indicates that you can choose one or more of the options shown. Separate each choice by using a comma as part of the command. |
The following style conventions are used in this book:
This type of information |
Looks like this |
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Directories and files |
econnect\ServerName\cfg |
Programs, utilities, procedures, and commands |
snrfck |
Properties |
Allocate |
Options |
connect |
Code examples and text on screen |
this font |
Commands you should enter |
this font |
Variables you should replace with the appropriate value for your system when entering a command |
this font |
All other names and terms are in regular typeface.
Each Sybase installation that has purchased a support contract has one or more designated people who are authorized to contact Sybase Technical Support. If you cannot resolve a problem using the manuals or online help, please have the designated person contact Sybase Technical Support or the Sybase subsidiary in your area.
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