IBM ADCD z/OS: What's New in the Latest Version and Edition
What is IBM ADCD z/OS and why do you need it?
If you are a developer or tester who works with applications that run on IBM Z systems, you may have heard of IBM ADCD z/OS. But what exactly is it and how can it help you? In this article, we will explain what IBM ADCD z/OS is, what it contains, and what it is used for. We will also highlight the main benefits of using IBM ADCD z/OS for application development and testing.
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IBM ADCD z/OS stands for Application Development Controlled Distribution for z/OS. It is a software product that provides a complete z/OS system for application development and testing purposes. It contains many of the products and subsystems that you would expect in a real z/OS system, such as CICS, IMS, DB2, WebSphere Application Server, Java Runtime Environment, and more. Most of these products and subsystems run without any customization or initialization.
IBM ADCD z/OS is designed to run on a personal computer or laptop that emulates an IBM Z processor. This means that you can have a fully functional z/OS system on your own machine without having to access a real mainframe. This gives you more flexibility and convenience when developing and testing your applications.
Some of the benefits of using IBM ADCD z/OS for application development and testing are:
Cost savings: You can reduce the costs of acquiring and maintaining a real mainframe system by using a personal computer or laptop instead. You can also save on software licensing fees by using the products and subsystems that are included in IBM ADCD z/OS.
Faster delivery: You can speed up the development and testing cycle by using a local z/OS system that is always available and accessible. You can also leverage the latest features and functions of the products and subsystems that are updated regularly in IBM ADCD z/OS.
Compatibility: You can ensure that your applications are compatible with the real z/OS system by using IBM ADCD z/OS, which is based on the same code base and configuration as the production system. You can also test your applications with different versions or editions of z/OS by using different releases of IBM ADCD z/OS.
As you can see, IBM ADCD z/OS is a valuable tool for any developer or tester who works with applications that run on IBM Z systems. It can help you save time, money, and effort while delivering high-quality applications that meet the expectations of your customers and users.
How to get IBM ADCD z/OS and what are the requirements?
Now that you know what IBM ADCD z/OS is and why you need it, you may be wondering how to get it and what are the requirements for running it. In this section, we will describe the different sources of obtaining IBM ADCD z/OS and the minimum hardware and software requirements for running it.
Sources
There are different sources of obtaining IBM ADCD z/OS, depending on your needs and preferences. Here are some of the most common sources:
IBM Z Development and Test Environment (ZD&T): This is a software product that allows you to create and run virtual IBM Z systems on x86 hardware. It includes IBM ADCD z/OS as one of the available operating systems that you can install and run on your virtual system. You can obtain ZD&T from the IBM Z Development and Test Environment website. You will need a valid license to use ZD&T.
IBM Developer for z Systems (IDz): This is an integrated development environment (IDE) that provides tools and features for developing, testing, debugging, and deploying applications for IBM Z systems. It includes IBM ADCD z/OS as one of the available remote systems that you can connect to and use from your IDE. You can obtain IDz from the IBM Developer for z Systems website. You will need a valid license to use IDz.
IBM Z Open Development (ZOD): This is a software product that provides tools and features for developing, testing, debugging, and deploying applications for IBM Z systems using modern methods and technologies, such as Git, Jenkins, SonarQube, and more. It includes IBM ADCD z/OS as one of the available remote systems that you can connect to and use from your tools. You can obtain ZOD from the IBM Z Open Development website. You will need a valid license to use ZOD.
Requirements
The minimum hardware and software requirements for running IBM ADCD z/OS vary depending on the source that you use. However, here are some general requirements that apply to most sources:
Processor type: You will need an x86 processor that supports Intel VT-x or AMD-V virtualization technology. The processor should have at least 4 cores or 8 threads.
Memory size: You will need at least 8 GB of RAM for running IBM ADCD z/OS. However, more memory may be required depending on the products and subsystems that you use.
Disk space: You will need at least 100 GB of free disk space for installing and running IBM ADCD z/OS. However, more disk space may be required depending on the products and subsystems that you use.
Operating system: You will need a Windows or Linux operating system that supports virtualization technology. The operating system should be updated to the latest version or service pack.
How to install and configure IBM ADCD z/OS?
Once you have obtained IBM ADCD z/OS from one of the sources and met the requirements for running it, you are ready to install and configure it. In this section, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to install and configure IBM ADCD z/OS from different sources.
Installation
The installation process of IBM ADCD z/OS depends on the source that you use. Here are some examples of how to install IBM ADCD z/OS from different sources:
ZD&T: To install IBM ADCD z/OS from ZD&T, you will need to download the ZD&T software and the IBM ADCD z/OS image from the IBM Z Development and Test Environment website. You will also need to obtain a license key for ZD&T. After downloading the files, you will need to extract them and run the ZD&T installer. The installer will guide you through the installation process, which includes creating a virtual system, importing the IBM ADCD z/OS image, and activating the license key. After the installation is complete, you will be able to start and stop the IBM ADCD z/OS system from the ZD&T console.
IDz: To install IBM ADCD z/OS from IDz, you will need to download the IDz software and the IBM ADCD z/OS image from the IBM Developer for z Systems website. You will also need to obtain a license key for IDz. After downloading the files, you will need to extract them and run the IDz installer. The installer will guide you through the installation process, which includes installing the IDz components, importing the IBM ADCD z/OS image, and activating the license key. After the installation is complete, you will be able to connect to and use the IBM ADCD z/OS system from the IDz IDE.
ZOD: To install IBM ADCD z/OS from ZOD, you will need to download the ZOD software and the IBM ADCD z/OS image from the IBM Z Open Development website. You will also need to obtain a license key for ZOD. After downloading the files, you will need to extract them and run the ZOD installer. The installer will guide you through the installation process, which includes installing the ZOD components, importing the IBM ADCD z/OS image, and activating the license key. After the installation is complete, you will be able to connect to and use the IBM ADCD z/OS system from the ZOD tools.
Configuration
The configuration process of IBM ADCD z/OS depends on the purpose that you use it for. Here are some examples of how to configure IBM ADCD z/OS for different purposes:
General use: To configure IBM ADCD z/OS for general use, you will need to perform some basic tasks, such as setting up a user ID and password, defining a TCP/IP address and hostname, creating a TSO logon procedure, and allocating some disk volumes. You can find detailed instructions on how to perform these tasks in the IBM ADCD z/OS Configuration Guide.
Cloud integration: To configure IBM ADCD z/OS for cloud integration, you will need to enable some features and functions that allow you to access and use cloud services from your IBM ADCD z/OS system, such as Secure Shell (SSH), Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP), or Representational State Transfer (REST) APIs. You can find detailed instructions on how to enable these features and functions in the IBM ADCD z/OS Cloud Integration Guide.
Zowe support: To configure IBM ADCD z/OS for Zowe support, you will need to install and run Zowe on your IBM ADCD z/OS system. Zowe is an open source framework that provides a modern interface for interacting with z/OS systems and applications. You can find detailed instructions on how to install and run Zowe on your IBM ADCD z/OS system in the IBM ADCD z/OS Zowe Support Guide.
How to use IBM ADCD z/OS for application development and testing?
After installing and configuring IBM ADCD z/OS, you are ready to use it for application development and testing. In this section, we will provide some examples of how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for different types of applications. We will also provide some tips and best practices on how to optimize the performance and efficiency of IBM ADCD z/OS.
Usage
The usage of IBM ADCD z/OS depends on the type of application that you are developing or testing. Here are some examples of how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for different types of applications:
CICS: If you are developing or testing a CICS application, you can use IBM ADCD z/OS to create and manage CICS regions, resources, transactions, programs, maps , and files. You can also use IBM ADCD z/OS to test and debug your CICS application using tools such as CICS Explorer, CICS Interdependency Analyzer, CICS Performance Analyzer, or CICS Transaction Gateway. You can find detailed instructions on how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for CICS applications in the IBM ADCD z/OS CICS Guide.
IMS: If you are developing or testing an IMS application, you can use IBM ADCD z/OS to create and manage IMS systems, databases, transactions, programs, messages, and queues. You can also use IBM ADCD z/OS to test and debug your IMS application using tools such as IMS Explorer, IMS Database Solution Pack, IMS Problem Investigator, or IMS Connect Extensions. You can find detailed instructions on how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for IMS applications in the IBM ADCD z/OS IMS Guide.
WebSphere: If you are developing or testing a WebSphere application, you can use IBM ADCD z/OS to create and manage WebSphere Application Server instances, applications, services, and resources. You can also use IBM ADCD z/OS to test and debug your WebSphere application using tools such as WebSphere Developer Tools, WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile, WebSphere Application Server Migration Toolkit, or WebSphere Service Registry and Repository. You can find detailed instructions on how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for WebSphere applications in the IBM ADCD z/OS WebSphere Guide.
Java: If you are developing or testing a Java application, you can use IBM ADCD z/OS to run and execute your Java application using the Java Runtime Environment that is included in IBM ADCD z/OS. You can also use IBM ADCD z/OS to test and debug your Java application using tools such as Eclipse IDE, Rational Developer for System z, Rational Test Workbench, or Rational Performance Tester. You can find detailed instructions on how to use IBM ADCD z/OS for Java applications in the IBM ADCD z/OS Java Guide.
Tips
Here are some tips and best practices on how to optimize the performance and efficiency of IBM ADCD z/OS:
Automate tasks: You can automate some of the common tasks that you perform on IBM ADCD z/OS using scripts or commands. For example, you can automate the startup and shutdown of the IBM ADCD z/OS system, the allocation and deallocation of disk volumes, or the installation and configuration of products and subsystems. You can find some examples of scripts and commands that you can use in the IBM ADCD z/OS Automation Guide.
Manage volumes: You can manage the disk volumes that you use on IBM ADCD z/OS using tools such as DFSMSdss, DFSMSrmm, or DFSMShsm. These tools allow you to perform tasks such as copying, moving, deleting, backing up, restoring, or compressing disk volumes. You can find detailed instructions on how to use these tools in the IBM ADCD z/OS Volume Management Guide.
Improve Java applications: You can improve the performance and efficiency of your Java applications on IBM ADCD z/OS by using some of the features and functions that are available in the Java Runtime Environment that is included in IBM ADCD z/OS. For example, you can use the -Xquickstart option to speed up the startup time of your Java application, the -Xtune:virtualized option to optimize the memory usage of your Java application in a virtualized environment, or the -Xhealthcenter option to monitor and analyze the health of your Java application. You can find more information on how to use these features and functions in the IBM SDK for z/OS User Guide.
How to troubleshoot and update IBM ADCD z/OS?
Sometimes, you may encounter some problems or issues when using IBM ADCD z/OS. In this section, we will provide some common problems and solutions that may occur when using IBM ADCD z/OS. We will also provide information on how to update IBM ADCD z/OS to the latest version or edition.
Troubleshooting
Here are some common problems and solutions that may occur when using IBM ADCD z/OS:
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The IBM ADCD z/OS system fails to start or stop unexpectedly.There could be several reasons for this problem, such as an IPL error, a network issue, a license expiration, or a hardware failure. To troubleshoot this problem, you can check the following sources of information:
The ZD&T, IDz, or ZOD console or log file, which may display some error messages or codes that indicate the cause of the problem.
The IBM ADCD z/OS system log or dump, which may contain some diagnostic information or traces that help identify the problem.
The IBM ADCD z/OS documentation, which may provide some troubleshooting tips or procedures for common problems.
The IBM ADCD z/OS system runs slowly or consumes too much resources.There could be several reasons for this problem, such as a configuration issue, a workload issue, a performance issue, or a resource contention issue. To troubleshoot this problem, you can check the following sources of information:
The ZD&T, IDz, or ZOD console or log file, which may display some performance metrics or statistics that indicate the resource usage of the IBM ADCD z/OS system.
The IBM ADCD z/OS system log or dump, which may contain some performance information or traces that help identify the problem.
The IBM ADCD z/OS documentation, which may provide some performance tuning tips or procedures for common problems.
The IBM ADCD z/OS system does not support some features or functions that are available in the real z/OS system.There could be several reasons for this problem, such as a version mismatch, a product mismatch, a configuration mismatch, or a limitation issue. To troubleshoot this problem, you can check the following sources of information:
The ZD&T, IDz, or ZOD console or log file, which may display some warning messages or codes that indicate the unsupported features or functions.
The IBM ADCD z/OS system log or dump, which may contain some information or traces that help identify the problem.
The IBM ADCD z/OS documentation, which may provide some compatibility information or procedures for common problems.
Updating
IBM ADCD z/OS is updated regularly to provide the latest features and functions of the products and subsystems that are included in it. You can update your IBM ADCD z/OS system to the latest version or edition by following these steps:
Check the availability of the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS from the source that you use. You can find the release notes and download links of the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS from the IBM ADCD z/OS website.
Download the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS from the source that you use. You will need to obtain a new license key for the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS.
Install and configure the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS from the source that you use. You will need to follow the same installation and configuration steps that you used for your previous version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS.
Verify and test your applications on the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS. You will need to ensure that your applications are compatible and functional with the latest version or edition of IBM ADCD z/OS.
Conclusion
In this article, we have explained what IBM ADCD z/OS is and why you need it for application development and testing. We have also described how to get it and what are the requirements for running it. We have provided step-by-step instructions on how to install and configure it for different purposes. We have given some examples of how to use it for different types of applications. We have also provided some tips and best practices on how to optimize its performance and efficiency. Finally, we have provided some common problems and solutions that may occur when using it and how to update it to the latest version or edition.
We hope that this article has helped you understand and appreciate the value of IBM ADCD z/OS as a tool for application development and testing. If you are interested in trying IBM ADCD z/OS, you can obtain it from one of the sources that we have mentioned in this article. You can also find more information and resources on IBM ADCD z/OS from the IBM ADCD z/OS website.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions that may arise from this article and their answers:
Q: What is the difference between IBM ADCD z/OS and IBM Z Trial?
A: IBM ADCD z/OS is a software product that provides a z/OS system for application development and testing on your own machine. IBM Z Trial is a service that provides access to a z/OS system for application development and testing on the cloud. Both IBM ADCD z/OS and IBM Z Trial are free to use for a limited period of time.
Q: How can I extend the license of IBM ADCD z/OS?
A: The license of IBM ADCD z/OS is valid for a specific period of time, usually 90 days. You can extend the license of IBM ADCD z/OS by requesting a new license key from the source that you use. You will need to provide some information, such as your name, email address, and serial number of your IBM ADCD z/OS system.
Q: How can I connect to other systems or devices from IBM ADCD z/OS?
A: You can connect to other systems or devices from IBM ADCD z/OS