November 16, 2004

Titan Users—New QWS3270 Release Is Available

QWS3270 Plus and QWS3270 Secure (version 4.0.2) are available at no charge to registered Titan users. This software provides 3270 access to the mainframe and is designed to take full advantage of the "point and click" capabilities of Windows (NT, 95/98/ME, 2000 and XP).

Two versions are available:

QWS3270 Plus	-	a full-screen application that allows a network-attached PC running Windows to connect to an IBM mainframe in 3270 mode (TN3270).
QWS3270 Secure	-	a 3270-emulation application that allows PCs to connect to SSL-enabled IBM mainframes over a secure TCP/IP connection.

How to Get the New QWS3270 Software

You can download QWS3270 Plus or QWS3270 Secure from the Titan Web site. Click on "NIH Connectivity Tools" under Connectivity. You will be asked for your Titan USERid and password. Once in, you will find installation and configuration instructions.

QWS3270 Plus is very straightforward to download and install by following the instructions on the screen.

Because of the special secure port considerations for QWS3270 Secure:

It is recommended that you print and read the installation and configuration instructions
before you install the software.

The instructions for QWS3270 Secure also contain separate configuration directions for IMS/ADB users to allow them to connect directly to IMS.

If you need help, call the NIH Help Desk at 301-496-4357.