How To Login To Bnsf Mainframe Emulator
BNSF emulator is an especially developed software for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad employees. The program can run on PC remotely and mobile versions are also available. Thought in this article we are going to talk about the only PC version.
The requirements to use BNSF Emulator:
- Can be run on Windows or Mac computers.
- It can run on any web browser with Java support
- Most compatible browsers are Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, or IE 6.0 or above
- Also, Virtual Java Machine.
You guys can visit the link to use the BNSF emulator (https://www.bnsf.com/bnsf.was7/emu/main) then you need to enter your credentials to log in so that you can start using the emulator. Make sure to use the latest version of the browser so that you don’t have to confront any kind of browser-related issue.
Common BNSF Emulator Problems and their Solutions
1. Nothing is changed in the BNSF emulator
First, you have to update the computer to the latest version available out there. If the problem is still there you can try rebooting the system. Make sure you have cleared the disk-cache memory and then restart the emulator
2. Not able to login
The problem could be in the firewall settings. You have to check if you have been blocked on the site. You should try opening the BNSF emulator from a different source other than bnsf.com/emu.
3. How to fix error – ‘invalid token’
For the ‘invalid token’ issue, it is suggested that you get in touch with the BNSF security team.
4. Can’t see the Emulator, but 3270 buttons
You have to click on maximize on the 3270 icons. Then you’ll be able to see the full-screen now.
5. How to get the userid/ password for the BNSF emulator?
In this matter, your supervisor will be able to help you out with your login credentials. So if in case you have forgotten the login credentials then you need to connect with the Mainframe Web Team.
6. Can’t find the PF Key buttons.
Some monitors are incompatible with displaying the PF key buttons. Additionally, some monitors are not capable to show all the data on the same page. There is only one to tackle this problem, you have to decrease the size of the font to view the major portion of data on the same page.
7. How to print the display?
Make sure your system is connected to the printer or any other kind of printing device. Then, go to the File menu option and then click on the print option. You can follow the system instructions and you can take the printout.
8. The emulator is freezing up and is not accepting input
In this kind of situation, there is only one solution, you have to reset the emulator. You can see a button that allows the user to reset the program.
9. How to contact BNSF emulator support?
BNSF emulator is developed for use only in an outage situation. Just in case you have an issue related to the mainframe, the support team may not be able to help. You should connect via the toll-free number 1800-HELP649 or 1-800-893-4357.
You should keep the below information handy before you connect with BNSF emulator support.
- Full Name and Contact Number
- Detail of the Issue
- Exact Error Messages
- ISP Name
- Name of the Internet Browser you are using and its version
- Computer Operating System
- Date/time when you were trying to use the emulator
4 BNSF Emulator Applications
1. BNSF Railway Events
This application helps you to stay on track during any particular event. Also, it provides easy access to the event information, daily schedules, hotel details and maps, attendees’ information, and other notes.
2. RailPASS
The main purpose of this app is to create an efficient gate experience for BNSF truck drivers. Also, this helps to keep track of pick up and drop or locate a shipment at a BNSF.
3. MyUPRR Mobile
The application allows the user to manage and view the status of all rail shipments. The user also gets a direction notification from the mobile device.
4. RP RF Emulator
The program provides the RF solution that helps to run on handheld or vehicle mount devices. It is a VT emulation that is served over telnet protocol.
