Fed Seminars Help You Prepare for the Rollout of Two New FedLine Platforms

The Federal Reserve is preparing for the rollout of two new FedLine® platforms: FedLine for Windows NT® operating system and FedLine for the Web. These new platforms incorporate the use of the latest technology, along with the security and stability you have come to expect from FedLine. Higher-risk applications, such as Funds Transfer, Book Entry and ACH, will be accessed via the FedLine for Windows NT operating system. FedLine for the Web is an easy-to-use, fast and flexible platform for Cash, Savings Bonds and Check Services applications.

But before we launch these new platforms, two different seminars are being developed to equip you with all the information needed for a successful conversion. Both the planning and conversion seminars will be offered in all four District offices.

Planning Seminar

This full-day planning seminar will provide valuable information to help you make decisions about your conversion timeframe. In addition, you will leave knowing which services are offered on each platform so you can decide if you will need to convert to one or both of the platforms.

Attendees will also receive information about the resources needed for the conversion process. Specifically, institutions attending the FedLine for Windows NT portion will learn about the Computer Based Training (CBT) program, as well as the roles and responsibilities of FedLine administrators and FedLine users.

During the FedLine for the Web portion, we will discuss Web security, review the certificate process and provide a demonstration of the products. Because FedLine for the Web is so accessible and easy to use, little or no additional training is required.

You will leave this busy day understanding what you will need to do to plan a successful conversion!

Conversion Seminar

Once you have completed your conversion plan and scheduled a conversion date with Electronic Access Support (EAS), you are ready to get started. You should attend the conversion seminar about two months prior to your FedLine for Windows NT conversion date.

This seminar will focus on the step-by-step conversion process and provide you with information on the new security features built around FedLine. We also will provide information about the order and set-up process for the FedLine PC. Following this seminar, you will be able to put your conversion plan into action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Since so many of you have questions about these two new platforms, we are listing the answers to your frequently asked questions:

Q: Can I use several PCs to access FedLine for the Web?

A: Yes. This is one of the distinct advantages of FedLine for the Web. Multiple PCs can be designated to access FedLine for the Web, allowing users to remain at their own desks when they access specific applications.

Q: Can I use the same PC for FedLine for Windows NT and FedLine for the Web?

A: No. Due to the security architecture built the FedLine software, a PC running FedLine for Windows NT may not connect to the Internet.

Q: Do I need to attend both the planning seminar and the conversion seminar?

A: The Federal Reserve is offering two different seminars so our customers have all the information they need to prepare for conversion. We understand that some institutions may not be able to send representatives to both seminars; therefore, attending the planning seminar is recommended, but optional. However, institutions planning to convert to FedLine for Windows NT will need to attend the conversion seminar.

If you have further questions, please contact EAS at (314) 444-8711 or call toll-free at 1-800-333-0861, then press 1 for EAS. Watch your mailbox for details about the seminars and other information to help you succeed with your conversion plan!