Reflection for IBM is terminal emulation software that connects Windows users to applications on IBM mainframe and AS/400 systems. Built to safeguard data, boost user productivity, and simplify desktop management, Reflection easily meets all your host access needs.
Version 14.1 Highlights
- Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows 8 Pro support.
- Enhanced security for data in motion with TLS 1.2 encryption.
- Stronger protection against common network threats with support for SHA-256 hashes and RSA-2048 digital signatures.
- FIPS 140-2-validated cryptographic module (Certificate #1027).
- Reflection Certificate Manager for easier use of certificates.
- Easy access to Internet addresses from within host sessions.
- Enhanced support for certificates—PKCS #11, U.S. DoD Common Access Card (CAC), Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP), Certificate Revocation Lists (CRL), and intermediate certificate storage through LDAP—for strong authentication.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Host Types
- IBM mainframe (3270)
- IBM AS/400 (5250)
Emulation Types
- IBM mainframe (System z):
- 3179, 3179-G, 3180, 3192-G, 3196, 3197, 3270, 3278, 3279, 3472-G, 3476, 3477, 3486, and 3487
- IBM AS/400 (System i):
- 5250, 5251, 5291, and 5292
Network Protocols
- IPv6 support
- IBM mainframe:
- 802.2 (DLC)
- Coax DFT
- IBM Communication Server
- LUA
- Microsoft SNA Server
- NetWare for SAA via IPX/SPX
- NetWare for SAA via TCP/IP
- SDLC
- LU 6.2 (APPC)
- TN3270 and TN3270E
- IBM AS/400:
- 802.2 (DLC)
- IBM Communication Server
- Microsoft SNA Server
- MPTN (AnyNet)
- NetWare for SAA
- LU 6.2 (APPC)
- TN5250 and TN5250E
File Transfer
- IND$File, DISOSS, SQL data query, batch-file transfer, and APVUFILE
- SSL/TLS encryption for AS/400 LIPI file transfers
- Reflection Secure FTP Client:
Support for SFTP 4.0 to ensure proper translation of international characters
- SSH, SSL/TLS, SOCKS, and Kerberos security protocols
- Extensive firewall support
- File browsing on z/OS hosts with TSO data sets
- Save FTP client sessions in Layouts
- Management of FTP settings via Reflection Security Gateway
- IPv4 and IPv6 support
- Change UNIX file permissions with FTP client
- SFTP downloads resume after interruption
- Support for a wide variety of FTP servers, including IBM System z, IBM System i, UNIX, NetWare, Unisys, HP 3000, and OpenVMS
- FTP site wizard
- Site-to-site transfer between FTP servers
- Export/import settings in XML format
- Wildcard filters
- Automation tools (script recorder and Microsoft OLE Automation)
- Drag-and-drop file transfers directly to the desktop
- WRQ Reflection proprietary protocol, FTP, Kermit, Xmodem, and Zmodem
- ASCII, binary, and labels/image support
Printing
- 3287, 3812, 3912, and 5553 printer emulation
- Pre-printed form support
- Print screen with consolidated screen-printing utility
- Host Print Transform
- Duplex printing
Programming and Automation
- One session file for settings and macros
- Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications
- VBA macro output available in VB.NET and C# (.NET)
- VBA macro sharing
- Reflection Basic
- Macro recorder support for VBA and Reflection Basic
- Programmatic access to over 400 properties and methods via Reflection API
- DOS HLLAPI, HLLAPI, eHLLAPI, WinHLLAPI, IMAPI, CPI-C, and WinAPPC
- Microsoft OLE Automation Controller and server capability
- Programmable events
- Run Reflection as an ActiveX control within a VB or VB.NET application
- Microsoft Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE)
User Interface
- Clickable Internet addresses (URLs) in host sessions
- Option to hide OIA
- Simplified batch-file transfers
- Customizable screen sizes (3270 only)
- Font sizing
- Removable title bar
- 3270 word wrap
- FTP toolbar button
- Connection wizard
- Customizable toolbars and menus
- Dynamic hot spots
- Graphical keyboard mapping
- Mouse mapping (2- and 3-button)
- Resizable terminal keyboard
- Full color editing
- HTML Help in the customization tools
Browser Support
- Run Reflection as an ActiveX control in supported browsers
Security
- FIPS 140-2-validated cryptographic module (Certificate #1027)
- Support for Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.2 encryption
- Support for SHA-256/RSA-2048 digital signatures
- Adheres to FDCC security policy requirements
- IBM Express Logon Feature (ELF) support
- Automatic Kerberos sign-on for IBM AS/400
- PKI support built to meet DoD standards:
- PKCS #11 support
- U.S. DoD Common Access Card (CAC) support
- Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP) support
- Certificate Revocation Lists (CRL)
- Intermediate certificate storage through LDAP
- Reflection Certificate Manager
- Integrated SSL/TLS Telnet encryption
Administrative Tools
- Auto-update of device names
- Centralized management of settings files using group policy
- Customization tools for:
- Settings and installation files (including MSI)
- Online Help
- Web-based deployment of settings files and updates
- Support for Windows administration features:
- Windows Installer
- Active Directory
- Roaming user and multiple user profiles
- Group Policy
- Support for Microsoft Windows Terminal Server and Remote Desktop Services
- Citrix XenApp support
International Support
- Support for the Chinese Simplified code page
- English, French, German, and Japanese languages
- Localized keyboards, displays, and printers
- Japanese PC-9800 series
- Support for Asian input-method editors
System Requirements
- Any system that meets the minimum requirements for the Microsoft Windows operating system
- Disk space requirement varies depending on features installed (typically 45–120 MB)
- Network interface card
- 256-color or higher video-card resolution
- 2- or 3-button mouse
Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows 8 Pro
- Microsoft Windows 7
- Microsoft Windows Vista
- Microsoft Windows XP
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008
- Microsoft Windows Server 2003
- Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Services
- Microsoft Windows Terminal Server
- Citrix XenApp
NOTE: Microsoft support for Windows XP is ending in days. Learn about our Windows 7-compatible products.
