March 22, 2011

Updated Network Access Manual

Network Access to Titan (March 2011), which provides specific information on how to transfer files to and from Titan using FTP and on how to initiate interactive sessions through TN3270, has been updated to reflect changes in version 12.3 of WS_FTP Pro. This updated version of WS_FTP Pro, the file transfer software supported by CIT and available free of charge to customers, became production in March 2011 (see the Titan News article "New Release of WS_FTP Pro Available for Testing").

The new version of WS_FTP Pro (12.3) makes transferring files with the mainframe easier than ever. The March 2011 revision of Network Access to Titan provides updated WS_FTP Pro instructions and screen shots.

Remember, for interactive sessions, you must use a TN3270 full-screen communications software package with SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption on the workstation. CIT provides QWS3270 Secure free of charge for this purpose.

How can I get the software?

To download WS_FTP Pro, or QWS3270 Secure, go to the http://titan.nih.gov website and:

1. Click on "NIH Connectivity Tools" under Connectivity.


2. Enter your Titan Userid and password.


3. Then click on the link WS_FTP_Pro - FTP (v. 12.3) or QWS3270 Secure 4.5 (TN3270).


4. Accept the license agreement.

These software packages are very straightforward to download and install—just follow the on-screen instructions. If you have a previous version already installed, your session settings will be retained when you install the new version.

How to get copies of the manual

To view the updated Network Access to Titan publication in PDF format, HTML, or to print a copy, go to the CIT publications web page (http://publications.cit.nih.gov/). Look under the category z/OS Systems, and select the "z/OS Connectivity" link.

You will then have the following options:

• PDF format—via Acrobat. You can also print all or part of the document to your local desktop printer. This is a free service. No userid is required.


• Print to the central printers. This service requires a Titan userid and password.


• View on the Web in HTML format. No userid is required.


• Order a hardcopy to be mailed to you. This service requires a logon ID (e.g., NIH user name, Titan userid, Helix ID) and password.

Copies that are printed at your request on the central printers can be placed in your output box, mailed, or held for pickup at CIT. The first copy of any new or revised manual is free. If you need help ordering any CIT publications, please submit a request via the NIH IT Service Desk website (http://itservicedesk.nih.gov/support/) or give them a call at 301-496-HELP (301-496-4357), 866-319-4357 (toll free), or 301-496-8294 (TTY).