Transferring Files to a Mainframe

The IND$FILE protocol lets you transfer files between a PC and CMS, TSO, and CICS host systems. You can manage single or multiple file transfers by creating a list in the Transfer List area of the file transfer dialog box.

Tip:  For more information, see the Upload To Host or the Download From Host dialog box descriptions in the HostExplorer Help.

To transfer files to a mainframe:

1. On the Transfer menu, click Send File to Host. The Upload To Host dialog box opens.
2. In the Source list, click either Disk or Clipboard, depending on where the data currently resides.
3. In the Scheme list, select one of the available file transfer schemes.
4. In the Local File Name box, type the name of the file you want to upload or browse to its location.
5. In the Host File Name box, type the name of the file you want to create on the host.
6. The next option varies according to the scheme that you select (CICS, CMS, or TSO). If you selected CMS or TSO, enter the intended mainframe location for the file in the Minidisk or Dataset box.
7. Click Templates to open the File Transfer Name Templates dialog box, which lets you specify a template to use to format the file. Click OK when finished.
8. Click Options to open the Session Profile dialog box, which lets you configure the file transfer settings. Click OK when finished.
9. To start the transfer, click Send. To stop the transfer, click Stop. To cancel the transfer, click Cancel.

The Transfer List area displays such attributes as name, status, and progress of transfer files. You can add, remove, update and copy transfer files using the buttons under the list.

Related Topics

Upload to Host Dialog Box

Download from Host Dialog Box