Welcome to SunLinkTM PC / TotalNET
TotalNET Advanced Server 5.2 software (TAS) is the only network solution ready to tackle any client-to-server connection -- right out of the box.
TAS enables SolarisTM operating environment-based systems to operate as powerful file, print, and application servers equipped to share resources among systems configured with Windows, DOS, OS/2, NetWare, Macintosh, or the Solaris operating environment. No changes are required to the client desktop and no additional software is necessary for network clients to be instantly productive.
TAS provides connectivity for client computers by using three
services, or realms:
- SMB-compliant connectivity for LAN Manager, LAN Server, Windows NT, DEC Pathworks, and other peer-to-peer networks. TAS utilizes NetBEUI, NetBIOS, and TCP/IP communications protocols
- NetWare connectivity using IPX/SPX protocols
- Macintosh connectivity using AppleTalk protocols
TAS is server-centric, which means it installs directly onto the server. No changes to client computers are necessary for instant productivity. This greatly reduces network administration costs by enabling the same number of people to manage a broader environment.
TAS is the only server-based network integration solution that:
- Understands all industry-standard communications protocols
- Requires no changes to the client desktop
- Enables clients to perform functions in their native environment
- Supports thousands of clients and delivers top performance
TAS protects current investments. Hardware, networking equipment, computer software, and training are not replaced but, rather, extended for better use. This helps control costs while delivering greater functionality to users. TAS builds on current investments to create less expensive, more robust, and more open networks.
TAS helps control total cost of ownership in the network. Because TAS is server-centric, nothing is added to the client desktop. This drastically reduces network administration -- all functions are performed at the server level.
TAS uses the Solaris operating environment as the enterprise LAN operating system. The Solaris operating environment has proven multitasking, multiprocessing, multiuser functionalilty. Thanks its scalability, the Solaris operating environment can enable one TAS server to support a small or large number of clients depending on the hardware. TAS uses reliable Solaris-based functions, such as file locking, to protect user data.
TAS integrates full file, print, and application services for SMB (LAN Manager, OS/2 LAN Server, Windows NT and other peer-to-peer networks), NetWare, and Macintosh networks.
TAS 5.2 Functionality
TAS provides a true common file system for desktop computers running different operating systems. The next figure shows how TAS maintains a common file system for multiple platforms with different operating systems.
TAS 5.2: The Powerful, Flexible Network Operating System
Why should TAS be considered one of the most powerful network operating systems available? Combined with the Solaris operating environment, TAS delivers the power and usability to run an extensive enterprise:
Full Function
NT, NetWare, Macintosh file and print services.
Application Server
More than 10,000 enterprise-critical applications available.
Highly Scalable
Up to 64 processors, 16+ NICs, terabytes of storage, gigabytes of
memory.
Reliable
Industry's most proven multitasking, multiprocessing, multiuser
operating system.
Intranet Enabled
TotalAdmin presents a consistent GUI for all base technology
administration functions.
Cost Effective
Network consolidation, simplification, investment protection.
TAS 5.2 Features and Benefits
Multiple Protocol Support: Clients’ native communication protocols load onto the server, requiring no additions or changes for instant connection. Protocols supported include NetBEUI, NetBIOS over TCP/IP, IPX/SPX and AppleTalk.
Shared Print Services: Any supported client can access printers maintained by the TAS host. In addition, TAS uses a set of programs to perform print redirection functions from remote TAS hosts to other computers that use SMB or IPX/SPX protocols.
Browsing and BrowseMaster Support: Support for Microsoft-defined browsing, including the ability to be a BrowseMaster and a Domain BrowseMaster.
Common File Naming: Respect for naming and case sensitivity requirements of supported client desktop operating systems. Long file names are supported in all realms.
Application Access: Productivity applications such as Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes can be stored on the TAS server, easing license administration. Client/server applications such as Oracle, SyBase, Informix, Lotus Notes, and DB2 all operate over standard TAS protocols.
File and Record Locking: Correct file and record-level locking for the diverse set of supported client desktop operating systems.
User Name Mapping: A mapping file coordinates name spaces between the PC LANs and the TAS system when user conventions are not common across the enterprise.
Windows 95/98, NT Workstation Client Support: Out-of-the box file, print, and application support for unmodified Windows for Workgroups, Window 95 and NT clients.
Security and Authentication: TAS server configuration enables PC clients to continue using their existing authentication processes. TAS "trusts" NT, NetWare, and Solaris security systems to authenticate client use of TAS resources. A single TAS server supports clients using NT, NetWare, and Solaris authentication, and enables them to share a common file system.
CIFS: Support for Microsoft’s Common Internet File System. Ideal for Internet/intranet file sharing.
Scalability: Supports multiple file servers running on a single machine.
Login Server: Provides network password facilities and login scripts for Windows 95 and NetWare clients.
Citrix-Based Product Capability: TAS now supports Citrix-based technologies such as WinDD from Tektronix, WinCenter from NCD, and NTRIGUE from Insignia.
Unmodified Client Support: Enables clients to expand their PC capabilities because resources are shared in each client’s native operating environment.
Terminal/X Server Emulation: TunTAS, a VT320, and Wyse 60 terminal emulator, provides emulation for up to ten users. Additional connections are available. Go-Global, a thin-client X server, provides access to Solaris/X applications from any Windows desktop over the LAN and dialup lines.
WINS Compatibility: Propagation of NetBIOS broadcasts over routers using the Microsoft Windows Internet Naming Services standard.
Standard Solaris File System Access: TAS can share any standard Solaris file system, including local, CD-ROM, diskette or optical, or NFSTM and NFS/automount. Without installing NFS software on the PC, TAS clients can access resources on non-TAS servers through a host-to-host NFS connection on the TAS-enabled server. This also provides improved data transfer performance over traditional client-based NFS solutions.
NT Multi-User Support: TAS file services now support multiple users per client connection. This facilitates running applications such as ClearCase from Windows NT clients that access files and directories as different users.