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How to Install Software for TN3270 on a Mac  
 
Summary: Follow the steps below to install software for TN3270 on a Macintosh computer.
What to do How to do it
1 Download the file.
  1. If you are using an older Mac OS computer that is not PowerPC-based (generally, such computers will have model numbers of three digits or less) select this link.
  2. If you are using a Mac OS computer that is PowerPC-based (any Macintosh purchased within the last few years) select this link.
  3. If you are running Mac OS X, select this link.
  4. After your Web browser has finished downloading the file, you need to de-binhex it. On most computers, your Web browser will automatically launch StuffIt Expander and decode the download properly. If this does not happen, manually drag the file on top of the StuffIt Expander icon.
2 Remove the HQX file.
  1. After de-binhexing, drag the .hqx file into the Trash and empty it.
3 Secure your access.
  1. When you access business systems on the mainframe, you must use a protocol with TN3270 for protecting data.
    Directions for Mac OS X
    Directions for Mac OS 8 or 9


Questions? Call the ACT Help Desk at (858) 534-1853 weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.


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