MacX25 provides the latest versions of software needed to link your Macintosh to an X.25 network, and to use a Macintosh as a gateway to an X.25 network.
Using the MacX25 server software, a Macintosh computer connects directly to an X.25 network, and serves as a gateway to distribute host computer and end-user services to local clients.
The client software, called MacPAD (Macintosh Packet Assembler Disassembler), is provided as a Communications Tool Box (CTB) connection tool. This allows any CTB application to connect to an MacX25 gateway over an AppleTalk internetwork.
In addition, MacX25 also includes an administrator’s application that facilitates configuration and administration of the server. The built-in address book service allows a network administrator to pre-configure details of X.25 adressing at the server. This provides MacPAD users with a simple menu of host and end-user services, presented by a descriptive name.
MacX25 also features a powerful programing interface, allowing developers to create Macintosh client-server applications that communicate over an X.25 network.
Two seperately available products–the MacX25 Router Extension and the Apple Internet Router–can be combined with MacX25 to interconnect remote AppleTalk LANs across a public or private X.25 network carrier.
Features
Connectivity
• Conforms to CCITT recommendations, providing universal interoperability with other X.25-compliant systems
• Supports asynchronous terminal access to packet-switched networks
• Supports multiple concurrent X.25 services up to 64 simultaneous virtual circuits
• Supports concurrent use of multiple protocols including TCP/IP, AppleTalk, DECnet, and IPX
Naming & Directory Services
• Easy-to-use address book allows users to select available services by name, without having to learn traditional PAD commands
• Easy to add and administer users
Network Management
• Centrally administered user passwords prevent unauthorized users from access to X.25 wide area network service
• MacX25 Line Monitor application captures and views frame and packet level information; aids in set-up and troubleshooting
• A single link for each Apple Serial NB Card; multiple cards per Macintosh are supported
• Operation at up to 19.2 Kbps with RS-232
• Operation at up to 64 Kbps with V.35
MacX25 does not support:
• Permanent Virtual Circuits
• X.32 (dial-up X.25)
The MacX25 Router Extension supports:
• Connections to up to eight (8) Apple Internet Routers per Apple Serial NB Card
• Multiple cards per Macintosh
• Password protection between each pair of routers
MacX25 Developer’s Kit
The MacX25 Developer’s Kit is used in conjunction with the MacX25 server to provide X.25 connectivity to application programs. The Kit includes a C Programming Library, with a high-level application programming interface. Technical support is available to registered Apple Development Partners.
Network Certification
MacX25 is certified for connection to:
• Austria — DATEX-P
• France — Transpac
• Germany — DATEX-P
• Hong Kong — DATAPAK
• Italy — ITAPAC
• Netherlands — Datanet-1
• Norway — DATAPAK
• Spain — IBERPAC
• Sweden — DATAPAK
• UK — PSS
• USA — Telenet, GEIS (GEISCO), and Tymnet
In addition, MacX25 can be used to
connect to public X.25 networks in:
• Astralia — Austpac
• Canada — Datapac
• Denmark — DATAPAK
• Switzerland — Telepac
System Requirements
To set up a MacX25 server, you need:
• A Macintosh computer with a hard disk, at least one available NuBus expansion slot, and 4 MB of RAM
• Macintosh system software version 6.0.7 (or later) or System 7.0 (or later)
• At least one Apple Serial NB Card, with the appropriate RS-232 or V.35 interface cable
To use MacPAD, you need:
• Macintosh computer with a hard disk
• Macintosh system software version 6.0.7 (or later) and at least 2 MB of RAM, or System 7.0 (or later) and at least 4 MB of RAM
• A terminal service application that uses the Macintosh Communications ToolBox
• An appropriate networking card if you want to use MacPAD in an Ethernet or Token Ring environment
To use the MacX25 Router Extension, you need:
• A Macintosh computer configured to support the MacX25 server
• Macintosh System 7.0 (or later)
• An X.25 line with a minimum throughput of 9.6 kilobits per second (Kbps). 19.2 Kbps is recommended, and higher throughputs may be required if your AppleTalk networks are very large
Ordering Information
MacX25 version 1.2
Order No. M0711Z/D
With your order, you receive
• MacX25 server software
• MacX25 user software
• The MacX25 Administrator’s Guide
• The MacX25 User’s Guide
MacX25 Router Extension
Order No. M8068Z/A
With your order, you receive
• MacX25 Router Extension software
• Using the AppleTalk/X.25 Wide Area Extension guide
Apple Serial NB Card
Order No. M1430LL/A
To use the Apple Serial NB Card, you need one of the following cables:
• RS-232 cable (Order No. M0128LL/A)
• V.35 cable (Order No. M0127LL/A)
Apple Internet Router
Basic Connectivity Package
Order No. M0502Z/A
To order the previous four products or to get information, contact your Apple Authorized Reseller or The Apple Catalog (1-800-795-1000).
MacX25 Developer’s Kit
Order No. B0314Z/D
With your order, you receive
• MacX25 software
• The MacX25 Programming Library
• The MacX25 Programmer’s Guide
• An Apple Serial NB Card
• An RS-232 cable
To order the MacX25 Developer’s Kit or to request a complimentary copy of the
