Installation : Distribution Media and Contents

Distribution Media and Contents
The most convenient way to obtain a copy of TIBCO Adapter for Files z/OS software is to download it directly from the TIBCO web site, or obtain the product on a CD. If requested, TIBCO Software Inc. can provide a standard 3480 tape cartridge. The software is distributed in IBM XMIT format. If your site does not have DFSMSdss, you need a CD or tape to perform the installation.
Complete Replacement Package
By default, Adapter for Files z/OS software is delivered as a non SMP/E stand-alone, base function package. Subsequent modifications and updates are supplied as modules that can be installed independently as necessary.
Component Code
Adapter for Files z/OS is identified by a 3-character code that has been registered with the IBM product codes division. For installation, the following code is used:
 
Obtaining the Installation Media
Downloading from the Web Site
To download Adapter for Files z/OS software from the TIBCO web site, follow these steps:
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Installation Files for z/OS Version 1.6
There are versions of the installer for DFSMS and non-DFSMS use.
Download this file for an install that will use DFSMS:
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.zip
The zip file contains:
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.inst
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.main
 
Download this file for an install that will not use DFSMS:
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.zip
The zip file contains:
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.skel
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.rvcntl
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.proc
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.load
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.jcl
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.inst
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.emscntl
TIB_fa_4.7.0_zos16.mvs.xmit.nodfs.data
Requesting a CD or Cartridge
If you do not want to download the software over the network, you can obtain a CD or cartridge containing the software and load it directly onto your system. The minimum time period for delivery of a cartridge is five working days. Contact TIBCO Software Inc. via email at:
fulfillment@tibco.com
and request the desired media for your environment.
Cartridges
Volume Serial (VOLSER) information is labelled as a 3-character component code and a 3-digit release information, e.g. SXF470. See Component Code.