
Data Link Switching Overview
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SNA PU Descriptions
An SNA Physical Unit (PU) is a component of the network (or node) that manages
and monitors the resources (such as attached links and adjacent link stations)
associated with the node.
Several types of PUs exist. PU type 1.0, 2.0, or 2.1 devices require
boundary-function assistance from an adjacent subarea node. PU type 4.0 and 5.0
devices are subarea nodes. They use network addresses for routing and maintain
routing tables that reflect the configuration of the network.
PU 1.0 Support
PU type 1.0 devices include IBM 5251, 5294, 5394, and 5494 control unit
emulations. These devices are typically seen working with AS/400s. They do not
support connections on any LAN media. They use the SDLC protocol to
communicate.
PU 2.0 Support
PU type 2.0 devices include IBM 3174 and 3274 control units. Many PC client
software packages emulate this PU type.
PU 2.1 Support
PU type 2.1 devices include IBM 3174 and 3274 control units. These devices may
be seen as Advanced Peer-to-Peer Networking (APPN) low-entry networking
nodes.
PU 4.0 Support
PU type 4.0 devices include IBM 3720, 3725 and 3745 front end processors
(FEPs). These FEPs provide enhanced SNA services not provided by routers. The
router allows connection of the FEPs using SDLC or LLC. LAN-to-LAN,
SDLC-to-SDLC, LAN-to-SDLC, and SDLC-to-LAN connections are supported.
The FEPs communicate using FID4 data flows. FID4 is the SNA protocol format
used between two adjacent subarea nodes. It is supported by single-switch and
dual-switch operation of DLSw.
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