We are excited to inform you that the recent releases of the BiLPDManager, are packed with robust new features, critical improvements, and enhanced stability to better serve your document printing and management needs. This release is especially beneficial for users who rely on efficient and seamless document transfer from IBM AS400 systems to Windows-based print servers, a key function for industries that require high-volume, accurate, and fast printing.

Key New Features and Enhancements

1. Import and Export of Configuration – Simplify your setup and streamline deployments with the new import/export configuration feature. This allows administrators to quickly apply preconfigured settings across multiple installations, saving time and ensuring consistent configurations across servers.
2. 64-bit Interactive and Microsoft MSI Installers – Separate 64-bit installers for interactive use and Microsoft MSI deployment are now available, allowing for more flexible installation options tailored to your environment.
3. Improved Logging and Printer Error Handling – New logging features will better inform users when a printer is offline or unavailable, helping to quickly diagnose and resolve issues. Additionally, uninstalling BiLPDManager via the MSI installer has been stabilized when the license is invalid.
4. File Deletion from the Spooler Directory – Keep your printing environment organized by efficiently managing spooler files. Now, you can easily delete files directly from the BiLPDManager spooler directory, improving workflow and reducing storage concerns.
5. Improved Stability for Printing from IBM AS400 to Windows Print Servers
   • RAW Format to XPS-based Printers – Printing in RAW format to XPS-based printer drivers has been made more reliable with this update.
   • PostScript and PCL Documents – Users printing PostScript and PCL documents using Ghostscript will experience smoother printing with version 10.02.1, which resolves previous stability issues.
6. License Management Enhancements – We've added printer number management to License Management, offering more granular control of your printing infrastructure. Additionally, the previously separate BiLPDManager installers (10/25/50/Unlimited) are now merged into one convenient installer.
7. Improved Print Server Operations
   • Restarting BiLPDService – This update includes improvements to the service restart process after adding a new port, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
   • Page Break Handling for TEXT Data – BiLPDManager now handles page break characters more effectively when processing TEXT data, enhancing document formatting and print accuracy.
   • Detecting Active Printers – Accurate printer detection is critical, and this version enhances the stability in counting the number of active printers.
8. Enhanced User Interface and Installer Experience – Several minor but significant improvements have been made to the user interface and installer, ensuring a smoother and more intuitive user experience.

Why This Matters for IBM AS400 Users

For organizations that rely on IBM AS400 systems for mission-critical operations, the ability to seamlessly print to modern Windows print servers is a crucial workflow component. With the enhancements in RAW format printing, PostScript and PCL document stability, and network printer reliability, this new version of BiLPDManager ensures that your document transfer and printing processes are smoother than ever. These updates not only boost operational efficiency but also improve the overall performance and reliability of your print jobs.

Get the Latest Version Now

This release is a testament to our commitment to continuously improving the user experience and ensuring that your document management and printing infrastructure performs at its best. Whether you're managing high-volume print jobs from IBM AS400 or need enhanced control over your Windows print servers, the new BiLPDManager version is designed to meet your needs.

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This new release sets the stage for even greater efficiency in printing workflows, particularly for industries that depend on smooth integration between IBM AS400 systems and modern Windows print environments. Don't wait—upgrade today to take full advantage of these powerful new features!

The complete list of improvements in the latest BiLPDManager includes the following:

DATE: 08-27-2024
Version: 2.90 (revision: 323)

• Added the Import and Export BiLPDManager configuration feature (#14637) – Added the Delete files from the BiLPDManager Spooler directory feature (#17931)

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