MAC

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   .-MAC--=--NONE-----.   
>>-+------------------+----------------------------------------><
   |         .-NONE-. |   
   '-MAC--=--+------+-'   
             +-COND-+     
             '-REQD-'     

Specifies the message authentication requirements for this logical unit.
MAC=REQD
Specifies that all messages on this session must be authenticated. When MAC=REQD, a session cannot be activated unless the logical unit or host associated with the application program supports message authentication.
MAC=COND
Specifies that this application program supports message authentication, which is required if the session partner is MAC capable.
Note: If a cryptograpic product is not available at session start, a session without message authentication support and cryptographic enhancements is established.
MAC=NONE
Specifies that this logical unit does not engage in message authentication support and cryptographic enhancements supported sessions.