DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 for OpenVMS
AV-PNHXP-TE
December 1995



Dear Customer:

Thank you for purchasing DECnet/OSI networking software.  The
DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 for OpenVMS software product is an
implementation of Phase V of the Digital Network Architecture
(DNA) for the OpenVMS operating system hardware.  DECnet/OSI
enables OpenVMS systems to participate in multivendor networks
that adhere to the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI)
specifications as defined by the International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) as well as traditional DECnet networks. 

Refer to the DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 for OpenVMS Software Product
Description (SPD) for a complete description of this product. 
Digital recommends that you read the DECnet/OSI Planning guide
before you install this product.  If you desire assistance in
planning and installation, contact your local Digital office. 

If you are upgrading from DECnet/OSI for OpenVMS V5.7 on an Alpha
machine, read Section 2.3 of the release notes before installing
this version of the product.  If you are using VAX Message Router
X.400 Gateway, read Section 1.9 of the release notes before
installation.  If you plan to use DECnet/OSI for OpenVMS over
TCP/IP using a third party TCP/IP product, read the DECnet/OSI
for OpenVMS Installation and Basic Configuration guide for
additional information. 

Features

The DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 for OpenVMS software provides DECnet
and OSI applications for use on OpenVMS systems.   Features of
this product include: 

o Support for 64-bit virtual addresses via the $QIO system service

o New cluster configuration options

o Ability to import and export  into a Phase IV database using DECNET_REGISTER

o Graphical User Interface (GUI) support for all X.25 entities

o "Out-of-the-box" performance enhancements

Please take a few moments to read the DECnet/OSI Version 7.0 for
OpenVMS release notes, which can be found on the distribution
media in the same directory as the software savesets. 

Documentation Comments

Digital prides itself on responding to customer needs.  In order
to continue serving you, we need your comments.  Each manual
includes a pointer to an Internet address (doc_quality@lkg.mts.dec.com) 
and a mail address that allows customers to mail comments directly to 
the DECnet/OSI writing group.