2. Related Publications
2.1 Hercules – General Information
The Hercules “General Information” manual provides you an overview of the ideas and concepts of the
Hercules Emulator as well as a documentation of the emulator’s functionality. It explains what Hercules
does and does not do. It helps you decide if the software fits your needs fulfills your requirements.
2.2 Hercules – Installation Guide
The Hercules "Installation Guide" shows you how to install Hercules and all related optional and required
software components under the Microsoft Windows, Linux and Apple MacIntosh OS X operating systems.
After going through the installation guide you will have a working emulator environment ready to IPL a
S370, S/390 or z/Architecture mainframe operating system.
2.3 Hercules – User Reference Guide
The Hercules “User Reference” leads you through all aspects of the emulator’s operation. It provides
instruction in the operation of the Hercules Emulator with and without the Hercules GUIs. The usage
details for the utilities are covered in the “Hercules Utilities” guide.
After reading this manual you should be able to work with Hercules, to create a configuration file and to
use Hercules commands through the console.
2.4 Hercules – Operations and Utilities Guide
The Hercules “Operations and Utilities Guide” describes the operation of Hercules as well as additional
utilities that are delivered together with the emulator. Selected utilities from third-party suppliers are also
covered in this manual.
After reading this manual you should have the knowledge to operate Hercules and use the right utility for
a certain housekeeping task within the Hercules environment. You should also be able to create virtual
devices and understand backup / restore procedures.
2.5 Hercules – Messages and Codes
The “Messages and Codes” manual provides a detailed explanation of all Hercules related messages. It
is the primary source for troubleshooting and debugging if you experience problems with Hercules.
2.6 Hercules – Reference Summary
The Hercules "Reference Summary" booklet lists all the system parameters, device definitions, console
commands, Hercules utilities etc. along with their arguments.
This booklet is intended as a quick reference guide for experienced users. Consult the Hercules "User
Reference Guide" and “Utilities Guide” for more detailed and additional information.
