1.1Features
This chapter provides background information on the 3494 Controller and its main features.
The Model 3494
controller is compatible and interchangeable with IBM 5494 Remote
Control Unit. It provides a number of connection options which include Twinax, Token Ring
and Ethernet.
The Model 3494-STK
is part of the StackLink family of rack mounted products that includes
hubs, Twinax concentrators and Network management modules.
The 3494 controller basic model supports 28 Twinax devices. Additional device support
options include one of the following: 28 additional Twinax devices via an externally
attachable expansion unit (for a total of 56 Twinax devices), 80 Token Ring devices, or 80
Ethernet devices. The 3494-STK model is designed to allow on-site installation of Token-
Ring or Ethernet adapters.
One communication port allows either X.25 or SDLC WAN connection. The LAN
connections can either be used for host attachment or gateway communication.
Main Features
The main features of the 3494 Model are listed below, followed by an explanation of each
feature.
•
Remote workstation attachment
•
Local processing for nonprogrammable workstations
•
Support for programmable workstations
•
Twinaxial workstation attachment
•
Communication network interface options
•
Wide area network (WAN) communication
•
Local area network (LAN) communication (Token Ring and Ethernet)
•
Multiple sessions on nonprogrammable workstations
•
Multiple hosts
•
Attachment to SNA sub-area network
•
Logical connection continuous retries
•
Automatic configuration on the AS/400
•
Alternate AS/400 system support
•
AS/400 performance monitor support
•
5250 enhanced user workstation support
•
Mouse functions
1
Summary of Contents for 3000 Series
Page 1: ...Series 3000 STK3494 3494 User s Manual ...
Page 2: ......