Fix Readme
Abstract
Readme documentation for the CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS (CICS CM) plug-in 5.4.0 fix pack 14 (5.4.0.14) for the IBM CICS Explorer 5.4.0 including installation instructions; prerequisites and co-requisites; and a list of fixes included.
Readme file for: CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in 5.4.0
Product Release: 5.4.0
Update Name: CICSCM-5.4.0-FP00014
Fix ID: 5.4.0.14-OS-CICSCM-WinLin-FP00014
Publication Date: 14 June 2023
Last modified date: 16 June 2023
Content
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Installation information
Download location
This fix can be obtained either by performing an Eclipse p2 update or an update in Installation Manager.
The Eclipse composite update site and the IM composite site is here:
For Aqua 3.2
http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.2/
For Aqua 3.3
http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.3/
Below is a list of components, platforms, and file names that apply to this Readme file.
Product/Component Name: | Platform: | Fix: |
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CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in | Linux 32-bit,x86 | 5.4.0.14-OS-CICSCM-WinLin-FP00014 |
Product/Component Name: | Platform: | Fix: |
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CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in | Windows 32-bit, x86 | 5.4.0.14-OS-CICSCM-WinLin-FP00014 |
Prerequisites and co-requisites
The CICS CM plug-in 5.4.0 system requirements are listed on the CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS System Requirements page.
The CICS CM plug-in 5.4.0 can be installed in CICS Explorer for Aqua 3.2 or CICS Explorer for Aqua 3.3 (where Aqua refers to IBM Explorer z/OS Aqua), based on whether you have CICS Explorer 5.5 (Aqua 3.2 - Eclipse 4.8 base or CICS Explorer 5.5 (Aqua 3.3 - Eclipse 2022-03 base) installed. CICS Explorer 5.5 runs on IBM Explorer for z/OS 3.2 and 3.3. Refer to the CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in section of the z/OS Explorer, CICS Explorer, and CICS tools plug-ins release compatibility reference tables.
Installation information
Find further online installation instructions within the technote, entitled "Ordering maintenance for IBM CICS Explorer and CICS Explorer plug-ins".
Prior to installation
It is recommended that you take a backup of the CICS Explorer workspace before upgrading. Online instructions on how to do this for the CICS Explorer can be found here: "Taking a backup of the CICS Explorer workspace".
Installing
This is covered in the "Ordering maintenance for IBM CICS Explorer and CICS Explorer plug-ins" technote. There are two main ways of installing the CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in fix pack:
- IBM Installation Manager
- Eclipse P2 Update Site
IBM Installation Manager
- Start Installation Manager and click File -> Preferences -> Repositories.
- Click Add Repository and add the following URL (the composite update site). Further details are available on the Aqua Download page:
- CICS Explorer 5.5 - Aqua 3.2 - Eclipse 4.8 base - http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.2/
- CICS Explorer 5.5 - Aqua 3.3 - Eclipse 2022-03 base - http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.3/
- Click OK.
- Ensure the checkbox is selected against it once added.
- Click OK in the Preferences dialog to return.
- Click the Update option in the Installation Manager wizard and follow the prompts to update CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in.
If you would like to continue to use the Eclipse provided update method then follow these instructions:
- Run the CICS Explorer as usual. If you intend to use the composite update site and you know that it is already available, you can skip to the next step.
- To add the composite update site, select Help -> Install New Software... from the top menu.
- Click the Available Software Sites hyperlink.
- Select the Add... button.
- Type in a name for this update site.
- Enter the following URL into the Location text box:
- CICS Explorer 5.5 - Aqua 3.2 - Eclipse 4.8 base - http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.2/
- CICS Explorer 5.5 - Aqua 3.2 - Eclipse 2022-03 base - http://public.dhe.ibm.com/ibmdl/export/pub/software/htp/zos/tools/aqua3.3/
- Click OK.
- Ensure the checkbox is selected against it once added.
- Click OK in the Preferences dialog to return.
- Click Cancel button or exit dialog to return.
- Select Help -> Check For Updates
- If any are available, follow instructions in the dialogs to install.
Performing the necessary tasks after installation
None
Troubleshooting installation problems from the Support site
Visit the IBM support site.
Uninstalling if necessary
If using IBM Installation Manager, to revert back to the old version of the CICS Explorer, this can be achieved by using the Rollback function.
Otherwise, if you decide that you want to revert back to the old version of the CICS Explorer, you will be able to replace the .zosexplorer folder with the backup that you made before upgrading.
Additional information
The CICS Configuration Manager help documentation is integrated with the product. To display the CICS CM help, use one of the following methods:
- From the welcome screen, click the Tutorials icon. The icon names are displayed when you hover over them.
- From the main menu bar, click: Help -> Help Contents -> CICS CM Plug-in User Guide.
Other links of interest:
List of fixes
Here is a link to the Fix List for CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in 5.4.0 page.
A list of all fix packs for the CICS Configuration Manager for z/OS plug-in for CICS Explorer can be found from the Fixes by version for CICS Products document.
Fix Pack 14 (5.4.0.14) -- 20240607-1330
APAR | Abstract |
IJ50885 | CICS TS 6.2 TOLERATION FROM CICS CM 5.4 PLUG-IN |
Fix Pack 13 (5.4.0.13) -- 20230606-1822
APAR | Abstract |
IJ46739 | MISCELLANEOUS ROLLUP FOR CICS EXPLORER CM PLUG-IN |
IJ46918 | TSMODEL EXPIRYINTMIN AND DB2ENTRY DEFINITION NOT SHOWN IN CONFIG MANAGER PERSPECTIVE |
Fix Pack 12 (5.4.0.12) -- 20230306-1527
APAR | Abstract |
- | Security fixes |
Fix Pack 11 (5.4.0.11) -- 20220609-1515
APAR | Abstract |
IJ39061 | INTERNAL ERROR WHEN TRYING A CONNECT WITH CICS CM-PLUGIN |
IJ40518 | CICS TS 6.1 TOLERATION FROM CICS CM 5.4 |
Fix Pack 10 (5.4.0.10) -- 20201014-1158
APAR | Abstract |
IJ28416 | IBM EXPLORER FAILS TO COMPARE CSDs |
Fix Pack 9 (5.4.0.9) -- 20190924-1656
APAR | Abstract |
IJ17710 | ENABLE ADD GROUP TO LIST IN CICS CM PLUG-IN V5.4 |
IJ19048 | MISCELLANEOUS ROLL UP FOR CICS EXPLORER CM PLUG-IN |
Fix Pack 8 (5.4.0.8) -- 20190802-1555
APAR | Abstract |
IJ18020 | DFHCA5506 COMMAND NOT EXECUTED. FOR PROTOCOL(ECI) WHEN TRYING TO DEFINE A PROTOCOL(ECI) TCPIPSERVICE WITH THE CICS CM PLUGIN |
Fix Pack 7 (5.4.0.7) -- 20190507-1220
APAR | Abstract |
IJ14773 | CM PLUG-IN ADDED AS A NET PROMOTER SCORE FEEDBACK OPTION |
Fix Pack 6 (5.4.0.6) -- 20181128-1753
APAR | Abstract |
IJ09181 | CICS TS 5.5 TOLERATION FROM CICS CM 5.4 |
Fix Pack 5 (5.4.0.5) -- 20180927-1753
APAR | Abstract |
IJ09660 | TRANSLATION FOR IN-PRODUCT HELP IS NOT BEING DISPLAYED |
Fix Pack 4 (5.4.0.4) -- 20180604-1815
APAR | Abstract |
IJ05916 | ADDING NEW FUNCTION TO CICS CM PLUG-IN V5.4.0 TO SUPPORT PACKAGING FOR CSD LIST DELETION. |
Fix Pack 3 (5.4.0.3) -- 20180315-1750
APAR | Abstract |
IJ04274 | MISCELLANEOUS ROLL UP FOR CICS EXPLORER CM PLUG-IN |
Fix Pack 2 (5.4.0.2) -- 20180124-1605
APAR | Abstract |
IJ03392 | MISCELLANEOUS ROLL UP FOR CICS EXPLORER CM PLUG-IN |
Fix Pack 1 (5.4.0.1) -- 20180111-1732
APAR | Abstract |
IJ02588 | A CONNECTION TO A HTTPS HOST WITH A CA CERTIFICATE FAILS USING A CUSTOMIZED PLUG-IN |
IJ03074 | MISCELLANEOUS ROLL UP FOR CICS EXPLORER CM PLUG-IN |
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Modified date:
14 June 2024
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