Mainframe Access Configuration Utility

The Mainframe Access configuration utility is a web-based utility that simplifies the process of configuring the XML file that controls how MFA Server operates. The utility guides you through the steps required to create a new XML file, specifying MFA Start Task, Application Servers and Services elements. It validates the specified parameters and values ensuring that the XML file is well-formed. You can modify a basic configuration file adding advanced or custom parameters before uploading it to the mainframe ready for use with MFA Server. You can also download and modify existing XML files directly from the mainframe.

Features

The Mainframe Access configuration utility has the following features:

Web-based user interface.
Validation of XML configuration files.
Parameter and value validation at the point of entry.
Ability to upload or download configuration files directly to the mainframe.

Limitations

The Mainframe Access configuration utility has the following limitations:

Supports configuration of XML files created with Enterprise Developer 4.0 or greater.
Internet Explorer does not support saving the XML configuration file directly to the browser's download folder. The XML file is displayed in a browser popup. You can copy from the popup and paste to a new location.
The web-based utility is restricted to password lengths that are 8 characters or fewer.