IPDS
All the HP printers use the PCL standard to control the output to the printed page. The comparative standard for the IBM mainframe and AS/400-iSeries environment is called AFP/IPDS. By adding the Blue Kit™ IPDS Solution, IBM IPDS emulation is added to the HP LaserJet printer without having to change the existing LAN interface.
The Blue Server™ is a powerful server-based printing solution enabling any LAN printer to service IBM Mainframe and Midrange systems applications. It runs on a Windows server or workstation and requires neither intervention nor change on existing applications. It has been designed for both decentralized and production environments.
LinkCom III S is a multifunction and versatile protocol converter designed to support both IBM host printing and any PC/LAN printing on laser printers including laser printers with MFP capabilities. LinkCom III S features a two port switch for connection to the network and for connection to the printer. IBM host print data will be translated in the LinkCom III S and converted into PCL or PostScript and sent to the printer using TCP/IP. PC/LAN printing is directed transparently via the switch of LinkCom III S and sent unchanged to the printer. Any MFP capability of the printer e.g. remote configuration, scanning or fax option is maintained and fully operational.
