IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4

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This product is the z/OS 64-bit Java product that supplies the Java 1.4.2 APIs. It became generally available in September, 2004 and is periodically updated with cumulative service and improvements. However, there is now a later and better z/OS Java 64-bit product; if you are considering a 64-bit SDK product we strongly recommend IBM 64-bit SDK for z/OS Java 2 Technology Edition, V5.

Note: This product is no longer marketed as of September 5, 2007. The end of service has been announced for September 30, 2008. For more information, see product support.

The IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 requires either:

• z/OS Version 1 Release 6 or higher
• z/OS.e Version 1 Release 6 or higher

For more product details, read the formal announcement.

Compatibility:
IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 (5655-M30) has the same functions as IBM SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition (5655-I56), V1.4 with the exception of:

• Persistent reusable function
• Sharing class objects between Java virtual machine (JVM) processes running in the same address space

64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 (5655-M30) and SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 (5655-I56) are independent products and can co-exist on the same z/OS system.

Most Java applications executed on Java for OS/390 (5655-D35) should run on IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 unchanged provided they do not use deprecated Java 2 SDK 1.3 APIs. Additionally, in some cases because of some small number of incompatibilities introduced industry-wide between Java 2 SDK 1.3 and SDK 1.4 APIs, some applications may have to change. Details on these incompatibilities are available at the Sun web site.

IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 takes advantage of enhanced z/OS linkage capabilities (XPLINK.) The z/OS operating system provides an XPLINK runtime environment for all 64-bit programs, including the JVM. This contrasts with the 31-bit Java product, IBM SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, V1.4 (5655-I56), where it is necessary to ensure that an XPLINK environment is in place when the JVM is launched.

Programs interacting with the 64-bit Java product, whether launching the JVM or being called from the JVM through the JNI interface, must be 64-bit programs. Programs dependent on JNI interfaces may require changes at the interface boundary to conform to 64-bit data types. Application JNI routines written in C will need to be recompiled for 64-bit, which may require some code changes.

Product Content

The IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, V1.4 provides a full function SDK compliant with the SDK1.4.2 APIs.

Documentation is available for content that is additional to the base.

• Security functions:
  • Java Cryptography Extension (IBMJCE)
  • Java Cryptography Extension using CCA hardware cryptography (IBMJCE4758)
  • Java Secure Sockets Extension (IBMJSSE)
  • Java Certification Path (CertPath)
  • Java Authentication and Authorization Service (JAAS)
  • SAF interfaces
  • Java Generic Security Services (JGSS)
• RMI-IIOP
• Java Record I/O (JRIO)

All content above is shipped with the z/OS SDK product and is zAAP eligible.

If you are migrating from Java 2 Technology Edition, SDK1.3.1, to IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, see:

• Details on incompatibilities between SDK1.3 and SDK1.4 which are available at the Sun web site
• For planning purposes, see the prerequisites and restrictions and other considerations for this product.

If you are migrating from Java 2 Technology Edition, SDK1.3.1 or 31-Bit SDK1.4 product, see: Porting Guide.

For additional Hints and Tips see: IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS, Java 2 Technology Edition, Version 1.4 SDK and Runtime Environment User's Guide.

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Getting the Product

Note: The SUN SDK level is SDK 1.4.2. SUN SDK levels corresponding to previous PTFs, including availability from this website, are in the service summary.

Before installing the code be sure to check the following links:

• Prerequisites- Java will NOT function without these APARs.
• Restrictions and other considerations

The non-SMP/E installable format of the code is available only from the web.
Be sure to read additional install information prior to download and install. Check here also after you download and install the code to verify the install.

Download the non-SMP/E format of the code.

The SMP/E installable format of the code is available only through ServerPac or CBPDO.

Order IBM 64-Bit SDK for z/OS through a z/OS ServerPac or CBPDO, which can be ordered through the Internet (where available) or through the traditional ordering process.

When ordering:

• The product number is 5655-M30
• The subscription and service number is 5655-I48

ShopzSeries (formerly SHOPS390) provides an easy way to plan and order your IBM SDK for z/OS with your z/OS ServerPac or CBPDO. It will analyze your current installation, determine the correct product migration, and present your new configuration based on z/OS. Additional products can also be added to your order (including determination of whether all product requisites are satisfied).

ShopzSeries is available in the U.S. and several countries in Europe. In countries where ShopzSeries is not available yet, contact your IBM representative (or Business Partner) to handle your order via the traditional IBM ordering process.

For more details and availability, visit the ShopzSeries Web site.

Be sure to read the Program Directory:

• BookManager book
• Adobe Acrobat PDF

PDF files require   Adobe® Reader®

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Product History

A brief history of the updates will be kept in this location.

The topmost entries correspond to the code that can be ordered or downloaded from this Web site.

The Service summary contains the following information:

• PTF numbers and their build dates
• related APARs and updated classes
• corresponding SUN SDK levels
• where the service can be obtained (Web or order the tape from IBM)
• whether the SDK level is currently supported
• clarification of our PTF/APAR processing

• May 17, 2008 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• January 22, 2008 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• July 8, 2007 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• March 29, 2007 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• November 24, 2006 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• August 24, 2006 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• April 21, 2006 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• January 20, 2006 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• September 29, 2005 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

• June 9, 2005 for:
  • z/OS V1.6 or higher
  • z/OS.e V1.6 or higher

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