In the 'Host' tab you will find the following parameters:
Address
URL or IP address of the host computer.
Port
TCP port defined at the host computer for Telnet access.
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Default Telnet port number is 23. |
Extended
Enables Telnet Extended protocols (TN3270E or TN5250E). This enables 'User Id' and 'Password' input boxes for AS/400 connections.
Enable Keep Alive
Enables keep-alive mechanism, needed for some Telnet servers.
Has Backup
Check this option if you would like to specify an alternate ip for this connection.
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When you check this option, the 'Backup' tab will automatically appear in the connection settings dialog. |
SSL
Enables the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol for the host.
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When you check this option, the 'SSL' tab will automatically appear in the connection settings dialog. See 'SSL' Tab. The SSL and Gateway options are mutually exclusive. |
Socks Firewall
Enables support for Socks firewall.
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When you check this option, the 'Socks' tab will automatically appear in the connection settings dialog. See 'Socks' tab. |
TN5250E Extended Info
These options, only available for TN5250 connections, provide the user with an enhanced security method defined by the TN5250E norm.
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