IBM WebSphere Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware V6.3 provides rapid cloud integration
IBM United States Hardware Announcement 112-229December 11, 2012
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Companies that adopt cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) applications view application integration as an important component to harmonize business processes across their hybrid application landscape. WebSphere® Cast Iron® Cloud Integration can offer these key benefits:
- Ability to quickly connect cloud and on-premise applications: WebSphere Cast Iron Cloud Integration can help companies integrate in days, instead of weeks or months, with rich connectors and integration templates.
- Synergy with other IBM integration products: Companies with significant application integration investment can use Cast Iron as the cloud gateway, allowing SaaS applications to become part of the larger integration framework.
- Ability to collaborate with IBM® Mobile Foundation: Cast Iron works cooperatively with IBM Mobile Foundation to externalize enterprise data and processes in mobile applications.
- Flexible pricing options: Your purchasing options can range from paying by monthly subscription to acquiring a one-time charge license with unlimited endpoint connectivity.
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| Overview |
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The arrival of cloud computing and social media has changed the way we share, connect, and collaborate. Companies of all sizes are embracing this change and transforming their business to engage in new ways with their clients, employees, and business partners. Two trends have emerged as a result of this transformation:
- Software as a Service (SaaS) is a consumption and delivery model: Provides applications, data, and IT resources to you as services delivered over the network. SaaS applications help reduce the extensive IT costs of application deployment and help increase productivity by making applications available when you need them.
- Mobile computing: Can help reduce time-to-market, cost, and complexity of development while enabling an optimized customer and employee user experience across multiple environments.
With all their benefits, SaaS applications and mobile applications are still part of the enterprise computing platform and must work together with the rest of the enterprise landscape, which can often include on-premise systems and applications. Clients working to transform an enterprise today often face a hybrid environment consisting of SaaS applications, mobile applications, and traditional on-premise applications. Integration is one of the keys to successfully driving value from SaaS applications and mobile solutions in this hybrid environment.
The WebSphere Cast Iron product portfolio is a platform that can enable rapid, no-coding construction of integration among SaaS applications, on-premise packaged applications, custom applications, and generic systems such as databases, files, and web services. The key features and capabilities of Cast Iron Cloud Integration are:
- Out-of-the-box, rich connectors to applications, especially to enterprise-grade packaged applications, such as large ERP and CRM applications: A connector enables you to connect to the targeted application and access the content of the application in a no-coding manner.
- Simple user experience: The Cast Iron portfolio provides rich capabilities in transformation, integration logics, and integration management. It can also provide infrastructure for custom connectivity and reuse of integration best practices. This infrastructure can provide a no-coding, highly usable user experience.
- Support for a wide range of integration paradigms: The Cast Iron portfolio includes process integration, data integration, UI mashups, and combinations.
- Flexible deployment options: Capabilities can be accessed in three form factors which are designed to be easy to access and use:
- Physical appliance - WebSphere DataPower® Cast Iron Appliance XH40
- Multi-tenant cloud service - WebSphere Cast Iron Live and Cast Iron Express®
- Virtual appliance - WebSphere Cast Iron Hypervisor Edition
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| Key prerequisites |
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For details, refer to the Software requirements section.
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- December 14, 2012 - Firmware V6.3 available on WebSphere Cast Iron website
- January 25, 2013 - Firmware V6.3 ships on WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
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| Description |
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WebSphere Cast Iron Cloud Integration solutions help you quickly connect hybrid environments comprised of cloud and on-premise applications and may help achieve lower cost and a higher return on investment in cloud, SaaS, and mobile applications.
You can develop integration using a "configuration, not coding" approach, and deploy in the following form-factors, each providing the same functionality:
- WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40: A self-contained physical appliance that provides everything needed to connect cloud and on-premise applications. The appliance can be installed and managed within a local data center.
- WebSphere Cast Iron Hypervisor Edition: A virtual appliance that can be installed on your existing servers using virtualization technology. Virtual appliances allow better utilization of hardware and faster response to demands for newly deployed systems on the real appliance, thus helping to reduce the costs of both hardware and software operation and maintenance. Deploying virtual images may help businesses reduce the potential for errors and enable the rapid deployment of working systems for development, test, or production because virtual images are built with known, stable, and tested configurations.
- WebSphere Cast Iron Live: A complete multi-tenant cloud offering to connect cloud and on-premise applications. WebSphere Cast Iron Live enables you to design, run, and manage integrations in the cloud without any infrastructure footprint on-site.
A related product, WebSphere Cast Iron Express is a business-user-friendly, self-service cloud offering that allows you to rapidly connect and integrate data between your salesforce.com applications and other applications.
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 is a 1U, 4.4 cm (1.75 in), rack-mountable appliance, designed to fit into industry-standard racks, and can be attached to the network via Ethernet. The Cast Iron "configuration, not coding" approach helps numerous companies go live with their SaaS application initiatives in days or weeks, in contrast to a traditional coding approach, which could easily take many months. The term licensing pricing options help enable clients to get started at low cost and grow into larger cloud integration projects over time.
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware can deliver the following sets of capabilities:
- Integration scenarios
- Connectivity
- Reusability
Integration scenarios
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware V6.3 provides the following comprehensive integration capabilities:
- Cloud data migration: Allows data handling, using the WebSphere Cast Iron data cleansing and data migration capabilities, and enables expedited adoption of SaaS and cloud applications. This approach to data integration enables companies to cleanse, enrich, and migrate data from existing applications to cloud applications in real time.
- Cloud data synchronization: Provides connectivity, workflow, and transformation features, enabling you to coordinate or orchestrate integration processes across multiple applications in real time. SaaS and cloud users can view data that is hidden in applications, minimizing any duplicate entries and maximizing decision making and productivity.
- Integration in visualization (UI mashups): Provides the capability to mashup information from disparate sources and to display this information using the native user interface of a cloud application in real time.
- Integration that drives mobile applications: Supports mobile applications by harnessing data and processes from other parts of the enterprise. For additional information on IBM Mobile Platform applications, refer to Software Announcements 212-157, dated April 24, 2012 and 212-486, dated November 13, 2012 .
Connectivity
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware V6.3 comes with built-in connectivity to hundreds of cloud, packaged, and proprietary on-premise applications, including ERP, CRM, databases, web services, and flat files. WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 is completely self-contained and includes everything needed to complete integrations in one place.
This approach to integration makes no distinction between local and remote applications because they establish connectivity to the endpoints by using native application protocols. The advantage to this approach is that no additional adapters are required, and there is nothing to install or change at the endpoints.
A Connector Development Kit, provided with this offering, allows skilled developers to use WebSphere Cast Iron to add connectors to custom applications. With connectors built using the Connector Development Kit, users get the same development experience on IBM WebSphere Cast Iron Studio as with the built-in connectors. Cast Iron Studio is a downloadable development tool that can be used to design, test, and publish integration projects to a WebSphere Cast Iron Integration Appliance.
Reusability
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 firmware V6.3 includes hundreds of reusable template integration processes (TIPs) that are searchable in an online library. This online library contains templates for many of the most common cloud integration scenarios. These templates encode common connectivity, known mapping, as well as best practice integration workflows.
Templates provide a question-and-answer-based wizard that walks users through a common integration scenario, customizing as needed. Often, users simply complete the credentials, customize mappings, test, and deploy. Cast Iron clients and partners can create their own wizard-driven, reusable templates with the point-and-click TIP Development Kit and make them available to the entire WebSphere Cast Iron Cloud Integration user community.
Flexible packaging options
- Standard Edition: Everything needed to configure, run, and manage the most common application integrations, including connectivity to cloud and standard on-premise applications, data synchronization and data migration scenarios, and access to hundreds of reusable TIPs. Standard Edition includes the ability to connect two applications, with an option to acquire additional application endpoints.
- Enterprise Edition: Includes everything in the Standard Edition, plus advanced capabilities, including the ability to connect enterprise on-premise applications, use data quality features, develop reusable templates, and manage and monitor the solution remotely through management APIs.
- Application Endpoints: Adds the ability to integrate additional applications, while acquiring only what is needed. Choose from any of hundreds of cloud and on-premise applications. Available with both the Standard and Enterprise Editions.
- Development Edition: Provides a complete, shared development environment for non-production use, and with no limit on the number of applications integrated.
- Unrestricted Application Endpoints: Adds the ability (per appliance) to integrate any number of applications across hundreds of cloud and on-premise applications. Available with both the Standard and Enterprise Editions.
Additional Information
For more information about acquiring WebSphere Cast Iron solutions, contact your IBM representative or IBM Business Partner, or visit
For more information about WebSphere Cast Iron Hypervisor Edition, WebSphere Cast Iron Live, and WebSphere Cast Iron Express , refer to the Reference information section.
Trials are available, allowing you to try and buy, in a self-serve fashion. This includes a:
- 60-day trial: Cast Iron Express is available at
- 90-day trial: Cast Iron Live Web API is available at
Accessibility by people with disabilities
A US Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) containing details on accessibility compliance can be requested at
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| Reference information |
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For information on WebSphere Cast Iron Hypervisor Edition V6.3, refer to Software Announcement 212-494, dated December 11, 2012 .
For information on WebSphere Cast Iron Live V6.3 or WebSphere Cast Iron Express V6.3, refer to Software Announcement 212-493, dated December 11, 2012 .
For information on IBM WebSphere Cast Iron Live and Express subscription options, refer to Software Announcement 211-486, dated November 29, 2011 .
For additional information on WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40, refer to Hardware Announcement 111-159, dated August 30, 2011 .
For information on WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 Support Registration, refer to Software Announcement 211-405, dated August 30, 2011 .
For additional information on IBM Mobile Platform applications, refer to Software Announcements 212-157, dated April 24, 2012 and 212-486, dated November 13, 2012 .
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| Product number |
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There are no product or feature changes to WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 as previously announced in Hardware Announcement 111-159, dated August 30, 2011 . New firmware (V6.3) is planned to be available for WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40.
Machine
Description type Model
IBM WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 7198 8FX
Features
Description Machine Model Feature WebSphere Cast Iron 7198 8FX 8101 Enterprise Edition Preload WebSphere Cast Iron Enterprise 7198 8FX 8102 Development Edition Preload WebSphere Cast Iron Standard 7198 8FX 8013 Edition Preload WebSphere Cast Iron Standard 7198 8FX 8014 Development Edition Preload
Specify features
Two power cords are shipped with each machine, since the IBM DataPower 7198 contains two power supplies. These features are available for each appliance.
Description Machine Model Feature Rail Kit 7198 8FX 6799 Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6210 C13 to GB 2099.1 (China) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6211 C13 to AS/NZ 3112 (Australia/NZ) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6212 C13 to IEC 309 Type 2P + Gnd (Europe) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6213 C13 to DK2-5a (Denmark) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6214 C13 to SABS 164 (S Africa) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6215 C13 to BS 1363/A (UK) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6216 C13 to SEV 1011-S24507 (Swiss) Line cord - 2.8m, 220-240V, 7198 8FX 6217 C13 to IMQ CEI 23-16 (Italy/Chile) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6218 C13 to SI 32 (Israel) Line cord - 2.8m, 12A/100V, 7198 8FX 6219 C13 to KETI (Korea) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6222 C13 to IRAM 2073 (Argentina) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/125V, 7198 8FX 6223 C13 to IEC320 (Brazil) Line cord - 2.8m 10A/250V, 7198 8FX 6269 C13 (2P+Gnd) (India) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/125V, 7198 8FX 6313 C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line cord - 2.8m, 12A/100V, 7198 8FX 6314 C13 to JIS C-8303 (Japan) Line cord - 2.8m, 10A/125V, 7198 8FX 6386 C13 to CNS 10917-3 (Taiwan)
Program numbers
Program
Firmware program name VRM number
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Standard Edition - with 2 endpoints
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W16
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB1
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB2
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB3
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-CB4
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Standard Edition - application endpoints
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W22
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB5
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB6
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB7
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-CB8
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Enterprise Edition with 2 endpoints
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W28
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W04
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W05
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W06
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-W07
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Enterprise Edition - application endpoints
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W34
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W08
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W09
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W10
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-W11
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Standard Development Edition
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W40
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-CB9
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W01
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W02
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-W03
WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40
Enterprise Development Edition
- One-time-charge license V6.3.0 5765-W46
- 1-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W12
- 2-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W13
- 3-Year Fixed term license V6.3.0 5765-W14
- Renewal 1-year V6.3.0 5765-W15
In addition, the version/release/modification level for WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 Subscription and Support is unchanged with this announcement. For additional information on the various options for WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 Subscription and Support, refer to Software Announcement 211-405, dated August 30, 2011 .
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If you are a Direct Reseller - System Reseller acquiring products from IBM , you may link directly to Business Partner information for this announcement. A PartnerWorld® ID and password are required (use IBM ID).
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Flexible training options
WebSphere education offers several training options to meet your budget and time goals. Many offerings are delivered in a traditional classroom setting, at either your location or an IBM training center. Online delivery options are also available. Instructor-led online classes are taught real-time by an IBM instructor in a virtual classroom setting. Or, for a more independent training experience, you can select from a wide variety of self-paced online courses that you complete on your schedule.
For more information about available WebSphere education offerings, including course locations and availability dates, visit
Role-based training paths can be found at
For additional IBM education, visit
Call IBM training at 800-IBM-TEACH (426-8322) for catalogs, schedules, and enrollments.
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WebSphere Cast Iron publications will be available on December 14, 2012, in the online Information Center. Visit
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For more technical information of WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40, refer to the information in Hardware Announcement 111-159, dated August 30, 2011 .
Specified operating environment
Physical specifications
For physical specifications of WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40, refer to the information in Hardware Announcement 111-159, dated August 30, 2011 .
Standards
- FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Class A
- Canada ICES-003, issue 4, Class A
- UL/IEC 60950-1
- CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
- NOM-019
Operating environment
- Temperature:
- 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) at 0 to 914 m (0 to 3,000 ft)
- 10° to 32°C (50° to 90°F) at 914 to 2,133 m (3,000 to 7,000 ft)
- Powered off: 10° to 43°C (50° to 109.4°F), maximum altitude: 2133.6 m (7,000 ft)
- Relative humidity: 8% to 80%
Shipping environment
- Temperature: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F)
- Relative humidity: 8% to 80%
Electrical power
100 to 127 or 200 to 240 V ac at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Power usage:
- 10 A for 120 V ac
- 5 A for 220 V ac
The WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 contains two 650-watt power modules that operate at 100 to 127 V ac or 200 to 240 V ac at 50 or 60 Hz.
Both power supply modules must be connected to the same power source to prevent ground voltage potential difference between the two power modules.
Homologation
This product is not certified for direct connection by any means whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact an IBM representative or reseller for any questions.
Software requirements
Studio component of WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 requires one of the following:
- Microsoft™ Windows™ XP
- Windows 7
Web management console of WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 requires:
- One of the following browsers:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer V8, or later
- Mozilla Firefox V3, or later
- Adobe™ Flash Player V9, or later
- Google Chrome V23
For the most current WebSphere Cast Iron Cloud Integration system requirements, visit
Planning information
Customer responsibilities
The WebSphere DataPower Cast Iron Appliance XH40 is designated for customer setup. Customer setup instructions are shipped with the product.
For cable orders, installability, and packaging, refer to the information in Hardware Announcement 111-159, dated August 30, 2011 .
Security, auditability, and control
The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities.
Trademarks
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