The machines table defines the binary type sizes and byte order for different computers. The HPL uses this information when you transfer binary data. When ipload creates the onpload database, it inserts definitions for several different types of computers into this table. To transfer binary data to or from a computer that is not described in this table, you must create a new machine definition using the Machines window. For more information, see Machines Window.
| Column | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| machinename | CHAR(18) | Computer name or type (primary key) |
| byteorder | CHAR(3) | Binary byte ordering: LSB or MSB |
| shortsize | INTEGER | Size of a short integer |
| intsize | INTEGER | Size of an integer |
| longsize | INTEGER | Size of a long integer |
| floatsize | INTEGER | Size of a float value |
| doublesize | INTEGER | Size of a double value |