Comporsys Connector for IBM IMS

The architecture of the Comporsys Connector for IBM IMS is centered around the JCA (Java Connector Architecture) specification, providing a standard interface for Java applications to access IMS databases on z/OS. The key components include the JCA Resource Adapter, the Connection Manager, and the IMS Data Access Layer. The JCA Resource Adapter acts as the bridge between the Java application and the IMS system.

It handles the deployment configuration, connection management, and interaction with the application server. The Connection Manager is responsible for managing the connection pool, ensuring efficient resource utilization and improved performance. The IMS Data Access Layer translates Java calls into IMS database requests and handles the communication with the IMS system using TCP/IP.

The connector supports standard IMS operations such as GET, REPL, ISRT, and DLET. Security is implemented through RACF authentication and TLS/SSL encryption for data transmission. xml), which defines connection details, security settings, and other operational parameters.

The connector provides detailed logging of all operations, which can be monitored using standard z/OS monitoring tools. The architecture is designed for high availability and scalability, with features like connection pooling and optimized data conversion.