z/OS
Connect/ZIP
Enterprise Connectivity Suite
Maximize Mainframe Value.
Maximize Mainframe Value.
Minimize Complexity.
Connect/MP
One powerful suite for compression, connectivity, modernization, and AI.
8Suite Components
NativeBuilt for z/OS
45+Yr. In-house Dev.
AIEnabled
1Unified Suite
How It Works
One suite. Every way you work.
Every Connect/MP component runs from Batch, CLI, and Shell — with WebUI and MCP access also included for JES, Files, and 3270 — optionally driven by AI, and moved across platforms at speed.
01 — REACH
Five Ways In, One Experience
Batch, CLI, and Shell cover every component; JES, Files, and 3270 add governed WebUI and MCP access on top, so people, your own scripts, and AI agents can reach them directly.
Batch
CLI
Shell
WebUI
MCP
02 — OPERATE
Where the Core Work Gets Done
Compression, terminal sessions, file access, job management, and USS integration — all running side by side, under your own SAF authority.
03 — INTEGRATE
Render and Protect Data in Motion
Turn mainframe data into shareable documents and keep it protected the whole way — PDF generation and PGP/AES encryption built into the platform.
PDF
PGP
AES-256
04 — OFFLOAD
Distribute Work Across Platforms
Connect/Hybrid offloads work to Linux, macOS, and Windows and retrieves the results — extending the mainframe’s reach without re-platforming or adding middleware.
05 — MOVE
Move Data Safely, Every Time
Copy, FTP, and Mail all run over TLS by default, keeping data encrypted in transit across every connection the suite makes — while Pipe streams data directly into distributed platform programs, skipping file staging and landing-zone storage altogether.
Copy
FTP
Mail
Pipe
06 — SERVE
One Server Underneath It All
Connect/Web’s shared HTTP + TLS layer powers the WebUI and MCP through the same secure endpoints — one lightweight binary, no JVM, no application server, no external dependencies.
07 — DRIVE
Connect/AI Can Drive the Action
License Connect/AI to drive the system in natural language from any interface — instead of operating it directly yourself. Reads execute freely; writes wait for your approval, every action running under the caller’s own SAF identity.
Pricing
Straightforward, Component-Based Licensing
Every Connect/MP license includes the base components at no additional cost. License only the specialized components you need — or license them together for a bundle discount.
Included
Base Components
Part of every Connect/MP license, automatically — no additional cost.
- Connect/USS, Connect/Hybrid, Connect/Web, Connect/Files & Connect/JES
- MCP APIs for JES, Files & 3270
- Chat-only Web Workspace
Automatically included — nothing to request.
Choose What You Need
Licensed Components
Everything in Base Components, plus the specialized components your team requires:
- Connect/ZIP — AES-256 compression & PKZIP® replacement
- Connect/3270 — browser-based 3270 access & automation
- Connect/AI — agentic tool use & batch AI inference
Best Value
Full Suite Bundle
Everything in Licensed Components, plus a bundle discount for licensing ZIP, 3270 & AI together.
- All licensed components, one quote
- Bundle discount vs. licensing separately
- z/OS, Linux x86, Windows & macOS
Resources
Technical Brief › Connect/AI · Connect/3270
Where Should Mainframe AI Run?
On-Platform vs. External AI Integration for z/OS
Enterprises bringing AI to mainframe workloads face a decision that precedes any model selection or use-case ranking: where does the AI integration layer run? Most products reach into z/OS from the outside — Connect/AI and Connect/3270 take the opposite approach, running as installed, governed z/OS software. This brief breaks down what that placement means for identity, audit, and operations.
Connect/MP › Foundation Engine
Features
Platform services
Security & identity
Mainframe hardware acceleration
Data exchange & delivery
Connect/MP › Support
Enterprise-Class Support with a Personal Touch
At Data 21, technical support goes beyond troubleshooting — we act as true partners in your success. Our team is known for its responsiveness, deep technical expertise, and commitment to resolving issues quickly and effectively. But what truly sets us apart is our flexibility and willingness to adapt our software to meet your specific needs.
Whether it’s implementing custom features, integrating with legacy or modern systems, or optimizing performance for unique operational workflows, we collaborate closely with customers to ensure our solutions align with their business objectives. We understand that no two IT environments are alike. That’s why our development team remains agile and customer-focused, continuously evolving our products based on real-world use cases and direct feedback.
With over four decades of in-house mainframe software development and support experience, Data 21 delivers a level of product stability and technical service that few providers can match. Beyond our mainframe expertise, our development and support teams bring deep experience across enterprise IT environments — including Linux, Windows, web technologies, and network infrastructure. This broad technical foundation enables us to understand the full scope of our customers’ environments and deliver comprehensive, end-to-end support and solutions.
PKZIP Replacement
The Suite That Pays Its Own Way.
Replace PKZIP for z/OS with Connect/ZIP and cut your compression licensing cost by 50% — real dollars, not list-price games. At enterprise MSU levels, those savings can fund Connect/AI, Connect/3270, or both. Modernize the mainframe with budget you already have.
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