Web Directory

» 360 Revolution
   Video and pictures from the 40th anniversary celebrations of the IBM mainframe (System/360) on April 7, 2004, at the Computer History Museum in Silicon Valley, California.
   http://www.computerhistory.org/events/lectures/ibms360_04072004/index.shtml

» Anura Guruge: Mr. SNA
   Guruge's views on the IBM world, XML Web services, grids and autonomic computing.
   http://www.guruge.com

» BookManager: IBM Softcopy Reader
   Free Java-based software for Linux and Windows workstations. Used to read IBM manuals in BookManager format, typically on CD-ROM. Replaces IBM Library Reader (ILR).
   http://www-306.ibm.com/software/applications/office/bkmgr/softcopyread.html

» Bus-Tech
   Manufactures and markets mainframe connectivity and data movement products, both under their own brand name and as an OEM.
   http://www.bustech.com

» Computer History: IBM 360/370/3090/390
   A personal history of the IBM mainframe by Lars Poulsen.
   http://www.beagle-ears.com/lars/engineer/comphist/ibm360.htm

» Computer Measurement Group
   CMG is a user group focused on performance and resource management, especially for IBM mainframes, with an annual conference and exhibition in North America. Groups link lists local CMG groups worldwide.
   http://www.cmg.org/

» Coupling Facility Structure Sizer: CFSIZER
   A Web-based application used to calculate the size of each IBM software product's structure within a Parallel Sysplex Coupling Facility (CF).
   http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/zseries/cfsizer/

» Dictionary of the Mainframe World
   6000 words and phrases currently in use and from the past, technical and marketing terms, as heard in IBM mainframe computer environments.
   http://www.sdsusa.com/dictionary

» Dinos Web Ring
   Access to over 30 Web sites run by individuals interested in mainframes.
   http://www.chopf.com/dinoring.shtml

» Disaster Recovery Journal
   Although business continuity is the focus, many articles are mainframe-related. Also hosts an annual conference.
   http://www.drj.com/

» Fujitsu Mainframe Servers
   Manufacturer of IBM mainframe-compatible servers, services, software and storage. Fujitsu acquired Amdahl, originally founded by IBM System/360 architect Gene Amdahl.
   http://www.fujitsu.com/services/computing/server/mainframe/

» Gilbert Saint-flour
   Links to P/390 information and z/OS freeware, as well as Gilbert's own z/OS tools and documentation.
   http://home.comcast.net/~gsf/

» Hitachi Data Systems
   HDS provides hardware storage systems for multiple platforms, including the IBM mainframe. Related support, software and training is also available.
   http://www.hds.com/products_services/storage_systems/enterprise_storage

» IBM Corporate Archives
   Includes a Search facility. Catalog link then Products and Services includes information on and pictures of many historical pieces of mainframe hardware.
   http://www-03.ibm.com/ibm/history/

» IBM Jaguar Tape
   IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Tape Drive 3592 replaces 3590 MagStar with a non-compatible tape cartridge format, just as MagStar replaced 3480 a decade earlier. Originally code-named Jaguar.
   http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/storage/tape/3592/

» IBM Redbooks
   Special type of less formal IBM manuals. Useful for users seeking more real-world examples than given in standard manuals. Usually details implementation and experiences of a project to implement IBM software and hardware, but some are conference presenta
   http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/

» IBM Resource Link
   Convenient access to mainframe hardware and systems software planning and maintenance information. Registration is free, but is restricted to IBM customers, business partners and employees; confirmation takes about two business hours.
   http://www.ibm.com/servers/resourcelink

» IBM Resources for Mainframe Developers
   IBM programs and information for anyone developing a commercial software product for IBM's mainframe operating systems. Including free software and low cost hardware through PartnerWorld for Developers, developerWorks and other programs.
   http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/z/developers/

» IBM SHARK Disk
   IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Storage Server (ESS) can be used for both mainframe DASD and as a Storage Area Network (SAN) for a broad range of platforms. Originally code-named SHARK.
   http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/storage/disk/ess/

» ITPapers: IBM Mainframe
   A directory of technical white papers, Webcasts, and case studies from IBM and other companies.
   http://www.itpapers.com/search.aspx?&scid=261

» Marc Niegowski: Systems Programmer At Large
   Historical mainframe information plus tips and techniques for Assembler and C/C++. From a Systems Programmer specializing in mainframe telecommunications networks.
   http://www.marcsweb.com

» Planet MVS
   Covers mainframe hardware and z/OS-related systems software topics. Including a collection of IBM Green Cards.
   http://www.planetmvs.com/

» The 360 Revolution
   IBM's 40th anniversary book, by Chuck Boyer, detailing the history of the System/360; IBM mainframes today are still software-compatible with the System/360.
   ftp://ftp.software.ibm.com/eserver/zseries/misc/bookoffer/download/360revolution_040704.pdf

» The IBM 360/67 and CP/CMS
   Tom Van Vleck's history of the IBM System/360 Model 67 computer and the CP/CMS operating system, which later became z/VM.
   http://www.multicians.org/thvv/360-67.html

» The Mainframe Breakfast Network (MBN)
   An informal association of mainframers run by Arcati Research, with monthly newsletter and breakfast sessions in London or Oxford, England. Membership is free.
   http://www.arcati.com/mbn

» Visara International
   Provides SNA, 3270, 5250 and LAN/WAN integration products: displays, printers and controllers, including communication servers and console concentrators.
   http://www.visara.com

» z/Journal
   An independently-published mainframe-only magazine covering IBM zSeries hardware and the software that runs on it, including the VSE/ESA, z/VM, z/OS and Linux operating systems. Subscriptions are free in the U.S. and Canada.
   http://www.zjournal.com