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Secure System Access

Last updated September 28, 2009 11:15:07 AM PDT
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ACT requires secured system access for core business systems (IFIS, ISIS, PPS) on the mainframe via TN3270.

In the table below, locate the software you use, then link to directions to secure your access. If you don't know your software version, ask your desktop support technician.

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TCP3270 from McGill University (distributed by ACMS)

Download Stunnel, a free secure encryption method.
PC directions

Hummingbird HostExplorer version 7.x or below

Download Stunnel, a free secure encryption method.
PC directions

A TN3270 product that supports SSL, for example, Hummingbird HostExplorer version 8

Activate SSL and connect to port 1023 on hubble.ucsd.edu.
PC directions for Hummingbird version 8

(If you use another software and need help, contact your desktop support technician.)

TN3270 for Mac OS X, or Mac OS 8 or 9 from Brown University

Download SSL Enabler, a free installer for Stunnel.
Mac directions for OS X
Mac directions for OS 8 or 9

Other TN3270 products

Download Stunnel, a free secure encryption method.
PC directions

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Questions? Contact your desktop support technician.