Valid states for the status of the channel processor are:
Starting |
The operator has executed a START command to the device. TCP/IP has sent an Activation request to the data link control layer (DLC). |
Sent Setup |
DLC has acknowledged TCP/IP’s Activation request. TCP/IP has requested that DLC perform the initial I/O sequence with the device. |
Connecting |
DLC has accepted the Initial Sequence request. |
Connecting2 |
Control connection for a CLAW device has been established. |
Negotiating |
Initial I/O sequence with the device is complete. TCP/IP is performing additional link-layer initialization. |
Ready |
Initialization sequence with the device is complete. Device is ready for operation (use). |
Sent Clear |
Operator has executed a STOP command to the device. TCP/IP has sent a Deactivation request to the DLC. |
Deactivated |
DLC has performed the first stage of an orderly device deactivation. |
Not Active |
Device is unavailable. It has never been started or has been stopped. |