IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP , dated October 23, 2007

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1 IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP , dated October 23, 2007 IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 supports new SurePOS 700 models, adds system management capabilities, and improves integration with Remote Management Agent AP distribution...2 Description...2 Program number...3 Reference information... 3 Offering Information...4 Publications... 4 Technical information...5 Ordering information...7 Terms and conditions... 8 Prices...10 At a glance Enhancements to IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2: Support for new models of the SurePOS 700 family Ability to remotely set terminal complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) settings for SurePOS 700 Models 72X, 74X, and 78X Support for larger exception logs Reporting of 4610 electromagnetic noise Programming application interface (API) to enable easier Master/File Server Activation/Deactivation Scanning of 2D bar code (PDF 417) Wildcard support for CD and DVD file access (dir *. *, for example) Support for Russian and Ukrainian code pages Support for additional usability enhancements Instrumentation for system management Improved integration with Remote Management Agent (RMA) Overview As technology moves ahead, the IBM 4690 Operating System continues to be a retail hardened, multiuser, multitasking high-performance operating system that: Offers a strong platform for point-of-sale (POS) and e-business applications in on demand retail environments Delivers outstanding overall versatility, functionality, and reliability Supports a wide range of hardware and peripherals Provides outstanding IT investment IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 adds support for the exciting new IBM SurePOS 700 models and builds the instrumentation for system management and improved integration with Remote Management Agent (RMA). Key prerequisites Refer to the Technical information section for details. Program number IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1

2 For details, refer to the Program number section in this announcement. Planned availability date January 11, 2008 AP distribution Country/Region Announced AP IOT ASEAN* India/South Asia** Australia People's Republic of China Hong Kong S.A.R. of the PRC Macao S.A.R. of the PRC Taiwan Korea New Zealand Japan IOT Japan Announced *Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam **Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Afghanistan Description IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 adds the following enhancements: Support for new models of the SurePOS 700 family Along with Version 5 Release 2 of 4690 OS, we are announcing the support of the next generation of Retail Store Solutions POS system units, the x3, 4800-Sx3, and 4800-C43. This new generation of POS hardware has significant serviceability enhancements. Ability to remotely set terminal CMOS settings This function will provide retailers with capability to remotely set terminal CMOS options. It is specifically for Models 72X, 74X, 78X, S2X, S4X, and S8X. Support for larger exception logs This function will increase the size of the exception log to four times the current size. Reporting of 4610 electromagnetic noise 4610 printers may provide an indication that there was excessive electromagnetic noise on a particular magnetic ink character reader (MICR) read command. With Version 5.2, this information is made available to the application. Easier Master/File Server Activation/Deactivation This function provides APIs to allow user applications to delete entries from the exception logs, as well as APIs to activate or deactivate the master or file server controllers. Scanning of 2D bar code (PDF 417) Applications are now able to scan a 2D bar code with Version 5.2. Provide wildcard support for CD and DVD file access This allows the use of wildcard support when accessing a CD and DVD on 4690 OS. Support for Russian and Ukrainian code pages IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2

3 This enhancement expands support for the Russian code page to the POS terminals, and supports Ukrainian at the store controller and POS terminal. Additional usability enhancements to IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 include: Confirm Control, Alt, Delete This is an optional selection that, when enabled, would require the user to confirm that the controller should IPL. Improve performance of file directory access Increase the directory/fat (File Access Table) cache to improve performance for file directory entry access, as well as FAT entry accesses. Log an event when clearing of exception log This function adds the logging of a message when an exception log is successfully cleared and when an unsuccessful attempt is made to modify all exception log entries. Add terminal keyboard type to terminal application status This function adds an additional byte to the end of the terminal application status control block to contain an identifier for the specific type of keyboard which is attached to the terminal. Add a common Generic Terminal Configuration (GTC) look and feel for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) configuration This item converts the DHCP configuration GUI to conform to the look and feel of all the other GUI, creating a more uniform presentation to the user. Program number Version/ Program Release/ number Modification Program name 5639-GG1 5.2 IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 Product identification number PID number Program Maintenance Maintenance PID number 1 year PID number 3 year PID number 5639-GG BB3/BB GG2/GG3/GG4 Plant of control and manufacture Plant of control: SDF Plant of manufacture: SDF Reference information Refer to Software Announcement AP , dated January 9, Availability of national languages Product number 5639-GG1 Feature Availability number Description date Language IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3

4 OS V5.2 January 11, 2008 Traditional Chinese Base+Migr CDROM (China) OS V5.2 January 11, 2008 Simplified Chinese Base+Migr CDROM (PRC) OS V5.2 January 11, 2008 Japanese Base+Migr CDROM OS V5.2 January 11, 2008 Korean Base+Migr CDROM OS V5.2 January 11, 2008 English Base+Migr CDROM Trademarks SurePOS is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Offering Information Product information is available via the Offering Information Web site Publications A program directory and one copy of the following publications are automatically supplied with the base and migration machine-readable material: Title Order number Program Directory License Information Support Agreement Addendum Displayable softcopy publications GI GC GI IBM 4690 OS V5.2 documentation is offered in displayable softcopy form on the Internet. The following unlicensed manuals are included: IBM 4690 OS V5: Users Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Planning, Installation, and Configuration Guide, GC IBM 4690 OS V5: Messages Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Communications Programming Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Programming Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Users Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Planning, Installation, and Configuration Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Messages Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Communications Programming Guide, SC IBM 4690 OS V5: Programming Guide, SC IBM 4680 BASIC Reference, SC TR-4 Tape Drive User's Guide OnLine System Probe Application Interface Specification for IBM 4610 printers These displayable manuals can be viewed with the Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is offered free on the Internet. Terms and conditions for use of the machine-readable files are shipped with the files. Instructions for displaying the manuals is contained in the README file on the media. IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4

5 Copies of the publications are also available for no charge using the following Web site and selecting "Publications," then "Operating System Publications": Technical information Specified operating environment Hardware requirements Hardware requirements for 4690 OS V5.2 are as follows: Minimum controller requirements Pentium class 100 MHz or better processor, 32 MB RAM Minimum requirements for Java 2 usage (controller and terminal) Pentium class 300 MHz or better processor, 128 MB RAM Maximum controller memory 1 GB Maximum terminal memory 512 MB (for those 4694 and SurePOS 700 terminals that can run 512 MB) Processor and memory requirements in the terminals and controllers are dependent upon the needs of the applications being utilized OS V5.2 JRE Memory Supported Supported Requirements IBM POS Terminals (1) (2) IBM SurePOS 700 Series MB All Models(3) IBM SurePOS 4694 System MB Models 307, 347 IBM SurePOS 4694 System MB Model 244 IBM SurePOS 4694 System MB Model 205, 245, 206, 246, 207, 247 IBM SurePOS 4694 System Models 104, 144, 106, 146(4) Model 154(4,5) IBM SurePOS 4694 System Models 004, 044(4) IBM SurePOS 4693 System(4) IBM SurePOS 4683 System(4) (1) The IBM 4690 OS V5.2 supports all the terminals listed here, any of which can run existing 4690 applications. Note that only the IBM SurePOS 700 Series and select models of the IBM SurePOS 4694 POS System can run Java applications. (2) Processor and memory requirements in terminals and controllers are dependent upon the needs of the Java applications being utilized. (3) The SurePOS 721 and 73X are only supported as terminals. When configured as a controller or a controller/terminal, the SurePOS 75X requires a PCI NVRAM card. (4) These models may not be configured as controller/terminals. IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5

6 (5) The SurePOS is a Japan-specific terminal. Software requirements Web browser is provided by the ICE Browser product, which is PRPQ P85687 (5799-RWQ). ICEsoft PDF Viewer is available to view PDF files. This product is PRPQ P85739 (5799-RZT). The 4690 Remote Access provides the capability to do Remote Console for both controller character screens and graphical screens, file transfers, and a remote command processor. This product is PRPQ P85728 (5799-RYG). All three of these PRPQs must be ordered separately from the OS. Defect support and upgrade charges for the browser, the PDF Viewer and 4690 Remote Access are included with the 4690 OS Software Maintenance PIDs 5639-BB3, 5639-BB5, 5639-GG2, 5639-GG3, and 5639-GG4. Compatibility: IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 is upwardly compatible with IBM 4690 Operating System V4 and supports all currently available applications including: 4680 Food Sales Application (5604JAA) 4680 Non-Food Sales Application (5604JAE) 4680 Administration Support (5604JAF) 4680 POS Application BASIC Pkg (5604JAG) 4680 POS Multi-Controller Supp (5604JAM) 4680 Store BASIC (5604JAD) SBASIC Large Memory Model V1.1.1 (BH9B8JA) IBM General Sales Application ( ) IBM Supermarket Application ( ) Limitations: IBM 4683 and 4693 terminals can support only the IBM 4690 OS V1 functions, not the Java- or terminal-based TCP/IP functions, and, as a result, System Management functions are not supported on these terminals. IBM support for the IBM SurePoint Solution is provided so that Java-based applications can access the IBM SurePoint Solution as a touch-screen interface. Current CBASIC applications can use the IBM SurePoint Solution only as a VGA display with IBM 4690 OS V4 unless Java extensions are added. Java 2 application support requires the use of the Java Terminal Offline Function (TOF) in the 4690 OS. The size of the terminal load shrink file, ADXRT8GF.DAT, must not exceed the memory size of any terminal that is connected. Java will not run on loop-attached terminals. Ethernet-attached x7 and x7 terminals and the SurePOS 700 models use the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) loading mechanism. JavaPOS support for fiscal printers will not be included in IBM 4690 OS V5.2. IBM 4694 Models 2x7 and 3x7 and the SurePOS 700 models are not supported as terminals via the Store Loop. The SurePOS C4X is supported only as a controller OS does not support USB POS devices attached via a 5V USB port. IDE tape drives are not supported on the SurePOS 700. Boot messages may not be displayed on 2X20 USB attached displays. Graphics on SurePOS 721s using 1024x768x64K colors are not supported by the 4690 OS. IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6

7 4690 OS will not support the following hardware adapters on servers announced subsequent to V5.1. MPCA ARTIC Loop Token Ring PCI Internal Modem With the announce of IBM 4690 OS V5.2, the following hardware is no longer supported by the 4690 OS: TR7 Tape Drives in servers announced subsequent to V5.2 External attached USB CD drives on all System x servers Native dual video on Model 7X3 will be available on a Corrective Service Diskette (CSD) in first half Additional system management function including the service processor support for the Model 7X3, will be available on a CSD in first half For additional information, refer to Usage restrictions in the Terms and conditions section of this announcement, or to the license information document that is available on the IBM Software License Agreement Web site Planning information Packaging IBM 4690 OS V5.2 is distributed in one package with the following: Proof of Entitlement (PoE) Three CD-ROM (Base is LCD English or LCD Spanish; SSH is LCD4-7668, System Mgt LCD4-7747) including the IBM International Program License Agreement (IPLA) Program Directory (GI ) Support Agreement Addendum (GI ) License Information (LI) (GC in hardcopy form) Note: The Tivoli and Boot diskettes are now on the base product CD-ROM. Security, auditability, and control The announced programs use the security and auditability features of the IBM 4690 OS V5.2. The security and auditability feature of the IBM 4690 OS V5.2 includes: Authorization services (password) for each user and files protected from unauthorized access, which may be specified by the user during configuration. The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities. Ordering information Charge metric IBM 4690 Operating System V5.2 is a product that has two charge units: Controller and terminal. Program name PID number Charge metric IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 7

8 IBM 4690 Operating System V GG1 Per controller IBM 4690 Operating System V GG1 Per terminal The following features are now included as part of the base product: Communication feature LAN feature for TCC Loop feature for TCC The following features are optional and may be ordered separately: NetBIOS feature Multiple Controller (MCF) feature Small Store feature The product is licensed per controller and per terminal in a store with the first year of support included. There is a media feature number if media is desired. IBM 4690 Operating System, 1 Year SWM is the support offering, which has the same structure as the product with a controller and terminal charge. Note: The base and migration packages of the product are only available on CD-ROM. Server A server is a computer system that executes requested procedures, commands, or applications to one or more user and/or client devices. A PoE must be obtained for each server regardless of the number of processors and partitions in the server on which the program runs or for each server managed by the program. Where blade technology is employed, each blade is considered a separate server. Client device A client device is a computer system that requests the execution of a set of commands, procedures, or applications from another computer system that is typically referred to as a server. Multiple client devices may share access to a common server. A client device generally has some processing capability or is programmable to allow a user to do work. Examples include, but are not limited to, notebook computers, desktop computers, desk side computers, technical workstations, appliances, personal digital assistants, automated teller machines, point-of-sale terminals, tills and cash registers, and kiosks. This software license includes Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Software Subscription and Technical Support. Extending coverage for a total of three years from the date of acquisition may be elected. Order the program number, feature number, and quantity to extend coverage for your software licenses. If maintenance has expired, specify the after license feature number. Refer to Software Announcement AP , dated January 11, Terms and conditions The information provided in this announcement letter is for reference and convenience purposes only. The terms and conditions that govern any transaction with IBM are contained in the applicable contract documents such as the IBM International Program License Agreement, IBM International Passport Advantage Agreement, and the IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance. Licensing: IBM International Program License Agreement including the License Information (LI) document and Proof of Entitlement (PoE) govern your use of the program. PoEs are required for all authorized use. This software license includes Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Software Subscription and Technical Support. Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance: The IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance (Z ) applies for maintenance and does not require customer IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 8

9 signatures. Limited warranty applies: Limited warranty: IBM warrants that when the program is used in the specified operating environment, it will conform to its specifications. The warranty applies only to the unmodified portion of the program. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the program or that IBM will correct all program defects. You are responsible for the results obtained from the use of the program. IBM provides you with access to IBM databases containing information on known program defects, defect corrections, restrictions, and bypasses at no additional charge. Consult the IBM Software Support Guide for further information at IBM will maintain this information for at least one year after the original licensee acquires the program (warranty period). Money-back guarantee: If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the program and you are the original licensee, you may obtain a refund of the amount you paid for it, if within 30 days of your invoice date you return the program and its PoE to the party from whom you obtained it. If you downloaded the program, you may contact the party from whom you acquired it for instructions on how to obtain the refund. For clarification, note that for programs acquired under any of IBM's On/Off Capacity on Demand (On/Off CoD) software offerings, this term does not apply since these offerings apply to programs already acquired and in use by you. Authorization for use on home/portable computer: You may not copy and use this program on another computer without paying additional license fees. Volume orders (IVO):. Contact your IBM representative. IBM International Passport Advantage Agreement Passport Advantage applies: No Usage restriction: For additional information, refer to the License Information document that is available on the IBM Software License Agreement Web site Software Maintenance applies:. All distributed software licenses include Software Maintenance (Software Subscription and Technical Support) for a period of 12 months from the date of acquisition, providing a streamlined way to acquire IBM software and assure technical support coverage for all licenses. Extending coverage for a total of three years from date of acquisition may be elected. While your Software Maintenance is in effect, IBM provides you with assistance for your routine, short duration installation and usage (how-to) questions, and code-related questions. IBM provides assistance via telephone and, if available, electronic access, only to your information systems (IS) technical support personnel during the normal business hours (published prime shift hours) of your IBM support center. (This assistance is not available to your end users.) IBM provides Severity 1 assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. For additional details, consult your IBM Software Support Guide at Software Maintenance does not include assistance for the design and development of applications, your use of programs in other than their specified operating environment, or failures caused by products for which IBM is not responsible under this agreement. The Software Maintenance offering for IBM 4690 OS V5.2 provides access to the customer support Web site, voice access to support personnel, support for configuration and installation questions, maximum two-hour initial response during prime shift and four hours during off shift IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 9

10 (off shift is defined as the hours outside of prime shift), and 24 x 7 coverage for "store down" situations. Technical support provides assistance electronically or via telephone during prime shift. Prime shift means 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the local time zone where service is available Monday through Friday (excluding national holidays). This support: Determines problem cause for configuration, installation, and defect-type problems Identifies the source of the problem for unmodified IBM 4690 OS V5.2 code using problem analysis Provides information for existing code corrections, restrictions, or known bypasses for reported problems Provides circumventions (when available) Supplies a reasonable amount of assistance for product interpretation and understanding Corrective Service Diskettes (CSDs) provide maintenance for various fixes of the base product and releases, documentation, and online updates. IBM 4690 OS V5.2 updates include improvements, extensions, and other changes to IBM 4690 OS V5.2 programs which IBM determines to be logical improvements, upgrades, versions, or new releases. System i Software Maintenance applies: No Variable charges apply: No Educational allowance available: 15% to qualified educational institution customers. Prices For information on product charges, contact your IBM representative or authorized IBM Business Partner. Trademarks SurePOS, SurePoint, System x, and System i are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Tivoli and Passport Advantage are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, or visit the IBM worldwide contacts page at: IBM Asia Pacific Announcement AP IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 10