3.2.2.1. Basic features

Functions

The following file transfer functions are available via automated access:

Name

Purpose

File upload

To transfer files from the customer to the Deutsche Bundesbank

Upload list

To display files in upload list

File download

To transfer files from the Deutsche Bundesbank to the customer

Confirm download

For the customer to confirm download was successful

Requirements for use

The use of an automated client has to be flagged to the ExtraNet Customer Service Centre so that customers can be informed as soon as possible of any changes to the interface.

Before an automated client is put into operation, customer tests should be set up in consultation with the ExtraNet Customer Service Centre.

Main procedure

The functions have to be called up via the corresponding servlets by entering the URL and other parameters.

The servlet output must be evaluated.

Note: The correct URL is issued by the Deutsche Bundesbank.

Servlet output

Servlet output is parameter-controlled in XML format.

In order to activate output in XML format, it is necessary to set the request parameter as follows: ftclient = "application" .

Caution: The customer bears responsibility for access via a proxy server or local firewall.

Use of TLS

Secure communication between application programs and file transfer is usually only possible via TLS 1.2.