What are the most common operations performed with PDM Extensions?

Common operations include browsing VSAM and DB2 data, executing SQL queries against DB2, and transferring data between z/OS and other platforms using z/OpenGate. Specific commands depend on the configured interfaces and access methods.

What types of APIs does PDM Extensions expose?

PDM Extensions exposes APIs for accessing VSAM and DB2 data. The specific API types (REST, SOAP, native) and endpoint patterns depend on the configuration and the components being used. Integration may involve programming languages such as COBOL, Assembler, or Java.

What configuration files are used by PDM Extensions?

Configuration files define the VSAM datasets and DB2 tables to be accessed, along with connection parameters and security settings. These files are typically managed through PDM's configuration interface or through batch jobs.

What is the business value of using PDM Extensions?

PDM Extensions provides faster access to VSAM and DB2 data, reducing processing time and improving application performance. This can lead to cost savings and increased efficiency in data-intensive operations.

How does PDM Extensions improve application responsiveness?

By optimizing data access and transfer, PDM Extensions can improve the responsiveness of applications that rely on VSAM and DB2 data. This can enhance user satisfaction and enable faster decision-making.

How does z/OpenGate contribute to cost savings?

The z/OpenGate hardware component can offload processing from the mainframe, reducing CPU utilization and potentially lowering mainframe costs.

What encryption methods are used by PDM Extensions?

Data transferred through z/OpenGate can be encrypted using protocols such as TLS/SSL. Encryption of VSAM and DB2 data at rest is managed by the underlying z/OS security infrastructure.

What audit and logging capabilities exist in PDM Extensions?

PDM Extensions logs access attempts and data transfer activities. These logs can be integrated with security information and event management (SIEM) systems for auditing and compliance purposes.

What administrative interfaces are available for PDM Extensions?

Administrative interfaces include the PDM configuration interface, z/OpenGate management tools, and standard z/OS system administration utilities. User management is typically handled through RACF or a similar security system.

What monitoring capabilities exist for PDM Extensions?

Monitoring capabilities include standard z/OS system monitoring tools, z/OpenGate monitoring dashboards, and PDM logging facilities. These tools provide insights into system performance, data transfer rates, and potential issues.

What are the main configuration parameters for PDM Extensions?

Configuration parameters include connection settings for VSAM and DB2, security credentials, z/OpenGate communication parameters, and logging levels. These parameters are typically stored in configuration files or databases.

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PDM Extensions

Name: PDM Extensions
Availability: InStock

Alebra Technologies Active z/OS

Files and Datasets (VSAM) Legacy Application/Data Access Db2

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Alebra Technologies

Product Overview

PDM Extensions enhances PDM on z/OS, providing high-speed access to DB2 and VSAM data. It incorporates support for the Alebra z/OpenGate hardware solution, merging the functionalities of previous PDM Rapid File Access and PDM Connect Plus products. The architecture includes the PDM Extensions module within PDM, the z/OpenGate hardware component, and the VSAM and DB2 data sources.

Communication occurs through standard z/OS communication protocols and the z/OpenGate proprietary protocol. Key features include support for standard z/OS security protocols such as RACF and Kerberos, and integration with existing PDM environments. Configuration involves defining connection parameters for VSAM, DB2, and z/OpenGate.

Monitoring is performed using standard z/OS system monitoring tools and z/OpenGate dashboards. The system supports authentication methods such as LDAP, RACF, and Kerberos. Access control is typically managed through RACF or similar security systems on z/OS, using an ACL model.

Data transferred through z/OpenGate can be encrypted using protocols such as TLS/SSL.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PDM Extensions and what does it do?

PDM Extensions enhances PDM to provide high-speed access to VSAM and DB2 data. It integrates with the Alebra z/OpenGate hardware solution to optimize data transfer and processing.

How does PDM Extensions improve data access performance?

PDM Extensions supports direct access to VSAM and DB2 data, reducing the overhead associated with traditional file access methods. It leverages the z/OpenGate hardware to accelerate data transfer between z/OS and other platforms.

How does PDM Extensions integrate with existing systems?

PDM Extensions integrates with existing PDM environments and requires configuration to point to the relevant VSAM datasets and DB2 tables. The z/OpenGate hardware component requires separate installation and configuration.

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PDM Extensions

Product Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PDM Extensions and what does it do?

How does PDM Extensions improve data access performance?

How does PDM Extensions integrate with existing systems?

What are the most common operations performed with PDM Extensions?

What types of APIs does PDM Extensions expose?

What are the main system components of PDM Extensions?

What configuration files are used by PDM Extensions?

What is the business value of using PDM Extensions?

How does PDM Extensions improve application responsiveness?

How does z/OpenGate contribute to cost savings?

What authentication methods are supported by PDM Extensions?

What encryption methods are used by PDM Extensions?

What audit and logging capabilities exist in PDM Extensions?

What administrative interfaces are available for PDM Extensions?

What monitoring capabilities exist for PDM Extensions?

What are the main configuration parameters for PDM Extensions?

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