Configuring a z/OSMF system connection
The z/OS Management Facility (z/OSMF) is a product for z/OS that provides support for a modern, web browser -based management console for z/OS, and extends the functionality of z/OS® Explorer.
Before you begin
You must have at least one connection credential before you can connect to a host system. A credential is a repository for a user ID and password combination. For more information see Defining connection credentials.
About this task
You must have a z/OSMF connection to use the features of z/OSMF.
When you define a z/OSMF system, z/OS Explorer attempts to create an FTP connection at the same time. z/OS Explorer then chooses the connection that is most suitable for the task you are performing.
Procedure
Results
The connection and associated credential are displayed in the Host Connections view.
To connect to the system, either right-click the connection name and click Connect on the menu, or select the connection name and click Connect. If the connection is not already associated with a credential, you can choose an existing credential or create one at this time.
When you connect, z/OS Explorer tries to connect to the system that you configured.
If the connection is successful, the connection name is displayed in the workbench window next to a green icon.
If the connection is not successful, the connection name is displayed in workbench window next to a red icon. An error message is displayed in the workbench status bar providing a reason for the failure. Check the values in the fields, correct any errors, and try to connect again.