System type 9406 Model 270

For Sale: R9000 / $650


4 Gb RAM
5 x 35 GB disks
   Raid five project

System type 9401 Model 150

For Sale: R7000 / $500

Processor Resources List
 Resource           Type-Model     Status                   Text
 CEC01               9401-150      Operational              Main Card Enclosure
 PN01                  2468-001      Operational              System Control Panel
 MP01                 2270-000      Operational              System Processor Card
 SP01                  6756-002      Operational              Service Processor Card
 BCC01                                    Operational              Bus Extender
 MS01                                      Operational              64MB Main Storage Card
 MS02                                      Operational              64MB Main Storage Card
 MS03                                      Operational              64MB Main Storage Card

Label                             Type-Model     Number
ETHLINE                            2723          53-8343737
TAP01                              63A0-001      00-0388258

Mirrored disks.

Is the AS/400 Dead?

https://www.helpsystems.com/blog/as400-dead

By Tom Huntington on August 24, 2018

Many IT professionals still use the term “AS/400”. It’s seen in job titles and professional associations and certifications. It’s been woven into the content we consume online and the products that we use every day.
And yet, “Is the AS/400 dead?” is a common question heard throughout the user community. Loosely translated, what current users, jobseekers, and organizations want to know is whether a platform that was introduced in 1988 is still relevant today.
The answers typically surprise people.

What is the AS/400?

IBM introduced the AS/400 system in 1988. It was an integrated system featuring hardware (AS/400) and an operating system (OS/400), along with many core functions such as an integrated database.
Both the hardware and the software have gone through many upgrades, revisions, and name changes over the years. While many still refer to the system as an AS/400 or sometimes an iSeries IBM server, today’s hardware is technically Power Systems, which runs an updated operating system called IBM i.
From the beginning, one of the strongest features of this platform has been its upward compatibility. You can run a program created for the AS/400 in 1988 on a Power Systems server today with little or no changes.
This seamless compatibility is one reason why many companies that purchased an AS/400 years ago continue to refer to it as an AS/400 even though their Power server is an order of magnitude faster and features cutting-edge technologies.

IBM continues to update the platform today and has big plans for the future of IBM i. Every two to three years, they release new versions of the hardware and software that feature quantum leaps forward in processing power and functionality.

But is AS/400 still used?

There are over 100,000 companies that use AS/400 technology as it exists within IBM i to power their most mission-critical application. These companies run the gamut from banks and hospitals to manufacturing and distribution centers to retailers and government agencies.
These systems are the unsung heroes. Not often used for general office functions or employee productivity, they instead handle robust, computing-heavy applications like ERP, banking, or health information systems.
In a recent survey of IBM i users, 42% say they are running 75-100% of their workload and business applications on IBM i, reflecting the enduring legacy of the platform.
Recent statistics also indicate the future relevance of the platform as 25% of the users say they are increasing workloads on the platform while a number in the low, single digits are planning to move off the platform.

Then where’s the controversy?

Even with all its heavy-hitting technology, the platform is not without its challenges.

• AS/400 is perceived as outdated. The fact it was created in 1988 and has been renamed several times has not helped to build the perception that it is a modern platform. Even so, it remains a critical part of the computing infrastructure for many of the top organizations in the world. But what users call it can confuse decision makers who aren’t as close to the platform. So, it’s important to get the story straight.

• AS/400 talent is retiring. Some of the veterans on the platform are reaching retirement age. When they do retire, all their knowledge and expertise goes right out the door with them. But with a little advanced planning, there’s a simple solution. We created this guide to help organizations that are dealing with this talent transition.

So, is the AS/400 dead?

In a word, no. Arguably, the platform is more popular than ever! Here are five reasons why:

• IBM i is scalable. Businesses can start with an affordable 4-core server and easily go all the way up to 256-core machines. It’s very rare that a company’s processing needs outgrow IBM i.

• IBM i is securable. When it’s correctly configured and equipped with the right software, IBM i can be very secure.

• IBM i is reliable. It’s often said that this platform just runs all the time. In fact, it features enterprise class reliability and high availability tools are readily available for near 100% uptime.

• IBM i is modern. In addition to being able to run existing programs, IBM i supports a healthy mix of native and open source development languages, including RPG, SQL, Java, .NET, PHP, and C++.

• IBM i is compatible. As true today as it was in 1988, the upward compatibility of this platform protects your investment by avoiding expensive code migrations when platforms are updated.

Organizations in every industry around the world still run on AS/400 technology, but not the way you think. It forms the foundation for some of the most powerful servers and operating systems on the market today—Power Systems and IBM i—which are both alive and kicking.
And the platform continues to evolve, becoming increasingly robust, embracing modern technologies, and giving many of the world’s top organizations a competitive edge.

IBM i Users By Industry

John Rockwell Published on October 14, 2018

Manufacturing -
Anderson Windows and Doors, Ashley Furniture, Borg Warner, Bosch, Bostik, Boston Whaler, Cascades Tissue, CornellCookson, Dana, Danaher, Erhan Allen, Evenflo, Hamilton Beach Brands, Huffy, Husqvarna, Jacuzzi, John Deere, Johnson Controls, Kawasaki Motors, Klein Tools, Lamps Plus, La-Z-Boy, Lear Corp, MacLean-Fogg, Mannington Mills, Masonite, Moog, Nintendo, Oshkosh, Rawlings Sporting Goods, Standard Motor Products, Stanley Black & Decker, Turtle Wax, Weather Shield, Weyerhaeuser and Whirlpool.

Insurance -
AAA Life Insurance, Aetna, AFLAC, AIG, Allianz, Bankers, Blue Cross and Blue Shield (several states), Equitable Life & Casualty, GAINSCO Auto Insurance, GEICO, Humana, Liberty Mutual, Marsh & McLennan, Nationwide and United Health Group (OptumRx).

Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals -
Abbott Laboratories, Access Dental Services, Allergan Pharmaceuticals, Amerisourcebergen, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Apria Healthcare, Banner Health, Baptist Health - Florida, Becton Dickinson, Bethesda Health, Cardinal Health, Community Health Systems (CHS Corporate), Conifer Health Solutions, Cornell Scott-Hill Health, CVS Health (Caremark), Dignity Health, E-DR Network, Express Scripts, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Joslin Diabetes Center, Kaiser Permanente, Kindred Healthcare, Magellan Health, Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, OptumRx, Pfizer, Quest Medical, Shriners Hospitals for Children Northern California, Sutter Health, Tenet Healthcare, Teva Pharmaceuticals, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Universal Health Services Inc. (UHS), Verity Health System and Vitamin World.

Finance -
Ace Cash Express, ADP, American Express, AmTrust, Bank of America, BNY Mellon, Barclays, BB&T, Citigroup, Ditech Financial, ETRADE, First American Financial, GM Financial, H&R Block, HSBC, Iberia Bank, KeyBank (KeyCorp), Mercantil Commercebank (Mercantil Bank), Nationstar Mortgage, Republic Bancorp, Silicon Valley Bank, Suntrust, Synchrony, US Bank, Voya and Wells Fargo.

Casinos -
Caesars Entertainment, Circus Circus, Eldorado Resorts, Mohegan Sun Hotel and Casino, Nugget Casino Resort, Penn National Gaming (Hollywood Casino), Pinnacle Entertainment (Ameristar Casinos), Plaza Hotel & Casino, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, Silverton Casino Hotel and Station Casinos.

Automotive -
America's Auto Auction, Auto Accessories of America (Corvette America), Bridgestone Firestone, Chrysler - FCA, CooperStandard, Copart, Cox Automotive, Dealertrack, Fisher Auto Parts , Ford, General Motors, Hitachi Automotive Systems America, Hyundai AutoEver America, Manheim Auctions, Monro Muffler & Brake, NAPA Auto Parts (Genuine Parts Co), O'Reilly Auto Parts, Safelite AutoGlass, Textron, Toyota Motors North America and TRW Automotive.

Food and Beverages -
Arizona Iced Tea, Bacardi, Bake'n Joy Foods, Borden Dairy, Bumble Bee, Campbell Soup, Chiquita / Fresh Express, Clif Bar, Coca-Cola, ConAgra, D. F. Stauffer Biscuits, Dairy Maid, Dawn Foods, Dean Foods, E&J Gallo Winery, Fannie May Confections Brands, Frymaster, Ghirardelli Chocolates, Godiva Chocolatier, Golden Flake Snack Foods, Grecian Delight, Hershey, Hormel, Jelly Belly Candy, Jennie-O Turkey, Kraft Heinz, Kroger, Land O'Lakes, Malt O Meal, Omaha Steaks, Polar Beverages, Post Consumer Brands, Quaker Valley Foods, Smithfield and Zacky Farms.

Retail -
Ace Hardware, Advance Auto Parts, American Eagle Outfitters, Autozone, Barnes and Noble, Books-A-Million, Bass Pro Shops, Bed Bath and Beyond, Bealls, Best Buy, Big Lots, Cabelas, Circle K Stores, Dillards, Dollar Tree, Gamestop, NAPA Auto Parts, FTD, Goodyear, Havertys, Hobby Lobby, Interstate Batteries, Krispy Kreme, LL Bean, Office Deport, Oriental Trading, Pinch a Penny Pools, Pottery Barn, PriceSmart, Reeds Jewelers, Rite Aid, Spencer Gifts, Target, Things Remembered, Walgreens, Williams-Sonoma and Walmart.

Apparel and Fashion Industry -
The Buckle, Citi Trends, Colombia Sportswear, Famous Footwear, Fleet Street, G3 Apparel, Gildan, Izod, New Balance, Oscar de la Renta, Island Pacific, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Quicksilver, Urban Outfitters and Wrangler.

Transportation and Logistics Industry -
AAA Cooper Transportation, Arnold Transportation, Averitt Express, Big G Express, CR England Trucking, Celadon, Continental Express, Contract Freighters, Crete Carrier, DB Schenker, Estes Express, FFE Transportation, Heartland Express, Hogan Transportation, John Christner Trucking, K&B Transportation, Landair, Landstar, M&J Carriers, Nationwide Express, New England Motor Freight (NEMF), New Penn Motor Express, NFI (National Freight Industries), ODW Logistics, Old Dominion, PGT Trucking, PAM Transport, Pilot Freight, Schilli Transportation, Stevens Transport, Swift Transportation, and Werner Enterprises.