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CoolSpools software is a suite of data management and report generation software which Converts IBM i (AS/400) spool files (spooled files, spoolfiles) and database files to PDF, Excel, XML, HTML and other formats.

CoolSpools automates the management of your exported data and includes solutions to email it to users and applications, enabling you to move away from paper-based documents and save time and money by distributing information from your AS400 automatically in electronic formats.

At the end of your trial, you will be able to purchase a license with 12 months of maintenance included for free.
Please see our pricing page for more information.

Installation Guides

Documents | Guides | Release Notes

Download the complete installation guide and latest release notes for your IBM i. It is essential that you read the full guide and have all of the necessary resources for your particular installation.

Fix Packs

CoolSpools V7 Fix Packs

The simplest way to download a fix pack for CoolSpools V7 is from your IBM i itself by running the RTVFIX command. RTVFIX will automatically download the files you need for the product options you have installed.

However, if your IBM i is not connected to the internet, or if you prefer to download fix packs manually, you can do so by clicking here to access the links. The fix pack files should be saved in the IFS directory: /CoolSpoolsV7R1/fixes.

Previous versions

Older software

The supported versions of our software can be found by clicking here. If you are unable to install the latest version of our software because you are running a version of OS/400 earlier than V5R3M0 please contact: [email protected]

Instructions for installing any of these versions of our software are given in the “Installation” section of the User Guide.

Purchase

How to purchase a license after a free trial

Once you’ve finished your evaluation buying CoolSpools is very simple, just click here or email us at [email protected] to arrange to purchase the product.

If you run into any problems during installation, or during your trial, or if you are in any way not 100% satisfied with the results you obtain, please log a ticket via our Help Desk portal. We will be very happy to advise you on how to get the best out of CoolSpools.

Coolspools managed services

CoolSpools managed services to the rescue

If you are struggling with a project that you think CoolSpools can help with, ask us to help with some or all of the challenge.
Our managed services offer consulting and technical implementation to help you deliver on your vision for AS400 modernisation.

Learn more about our managed services for AS400 report automation and data management:

Managed Services
CoolSpools Converter

CoolSpools Converter Download

Spool Converter converts IBM i spooled files to various formats.

CoolSpools Spool Converter converts IBM i (AS/400, iSeries) spool files to a variety of formats including Excel, XML and fully searchable PDFs. CoolSpools file converter doesn’t just provide software to convert your spooled files; it also provides easy to use flexible functions to enhance the converted output. Learn more

Download this software free for 30 days.

At the end of your trial you will be able to purchase a license with 12 months maintenance included for free.
Please see our Pricing page for more information.


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CoolSpools Database Download

IBM i File Conversion – CoolSpools Database extracts data.

CoolSpools Database offers IBM i file conversion, it distributes System I data quickly, conveniently and cost-effectively, it extracts data from IBM i database files to a variety of formats, including Excel, XML and fully searchable PDFs. Learn more

Download this software free for 30 days.

At the end of your trial, you will be able to purchase a license with 12 months maintenance included for free.
Please see our Pricing page for more information.


CoolSpools Email

CoolSpools Email Download

CoolSpools Email sends email straight from your IBM i server

CoolSpools Email sends email straight from your IBM i server, enabling you to distribute reports and documents to users and customers as email attachments, quickly, conveniently and cost-effectively. Learn more

Download this software free for 30 days.

At the end of your trial, you will be able to purchase a license with 12 months maintenance included for free.
Please see our Pricing page for more information.


CoolSpools Admin Download

Convert and distribute spool files to PDF and Excel.

CoolSpools Admin lets you manage, convert and distribute spool files to PDF & Excel.Spool files can be processed automatically as soon as they are created, as the system lets you define spool file monitors that “watch” nominated output queues for new files being created. Learn more

Download this software free for 30 days.

At the end of your trial you will be able to purchase a license with 12 months maintenance included for free.
Please see our Pricing page for more information.

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Download the CoolSpools datasheet

CoolSpools is a powerful but highly cost-effective information management toolkit for IBM i.
CoolSpools helps you give your users and customers the information they need, when they need it, how they need it.

Download the datasheet to learn more about how CoolSpools can deliver increased efficiencies to your IBM i environment.

CoolSpools Guides, FAQ’s and Documentation

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5 Great Reasons to Choose CoolSpools Software

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FAQ: Restricting PDF actions

Can you prevent people from modifying/printing/copying text from PDF’s?

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CoolSpools FTP commands make it easy to perform file transfers to and from your IBM i server.

Guide: CoolSpools Version 7 Installation Options

The options listed below all install a full working version of CoolSpools.

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FAQ: Coolspools Exit Programs

How do I write an exit program for CoolSpools to call?

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FAQ: User profiles and email addresses

Where does CoolSpools get the email address for a user profile from?

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