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IBM DS8886 986 Introduction And Planning Manual (244 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Storage | Size: 5.72 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Book

5
Summary of Changes

11
Chapter 1. Overview

13
- Machine Types Overview
  16
- Hardware
  17
  - System Types
    18
  - Storage Enclosures
    33
  - Management Console
    34
  - Ethernet Switches
    34
  - Processor Nodes
    34
  - I/O Enclosures
    34
  - Power
    35
- Functional Overview
  35
- Logical Configuration
  39
- Management Interfaces
  47
  - DS8000 Storage Management GUI
    47
  - DS Command-Line Interface
    47
  - DS Open Application Programming Interface
    48
  - Restful API
    48
  - IBM Spectrum Control
    49
  - IBM Copy Services Manager
    49
- DS8000 Storage Management GUI Supported Web Browsers
  50
Chapter 2. Hardware Features

53
- Storage Complexes
  58
- Management Console
  58
- Hardware Specifics
  58
  - Storage System Structure
    58
  - Disk Drives and Flash Drives
    59
  - Drive Maintenance Policy
    59
  - Host Attachment Overview
    60
- I/O Load Balancing
  62
- Storage Consolidation
  62
- Count Key Data
  63
- Fixed Block
  63
  - T10 DIF Support
    63
- Logical Volumes
  64
  - Allocation, Deletion, and Modification of Volumes
    64
- LUN Calculation
  65
- Extended Address Volumes for CKD
  66
- Quick Initialization
  67
- Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2018
  69
Chapter 3. Data Management Features

69
Chapter 4. Planning the Physical Configuration

95
- Configuration Controls
  95
- Determining Physical Configuration Features
  95
- Management Console Features
  96
  - Primary and Secondary Management Consoles
    96
  - Configuration Rules for Management Consoles
    97
- Storage Features
  97
  - Storage Enclosures and Drives
    97
  - Storage-Enclosure Fillers
    100
  - Device Adapters and Flash RAID Adapters
    101
  - Drive Cables
    101
  - Configuration Rules for Storage Features
    103
  - Physical and Effective Capacity
    105
- I/O Adapter Features
  110
- Processor Complex Features
  120
  - Feature Codes for Processor Licenses
    121
- Processor Memory Features
  121
  - Feature Codes for System Memory
    121
- Power Features
  122
  - Power Cords
    122
  - Input Voltage
    124
  - Direct-Current Uninterruptible-Power Supply
    124
  - Configuration Rules for Power Features
    125
- Other Configuration Features
  125
  - Extended Power Line Disturbance
    125
  - BSMI Certificate (Taiwan)
    125
  - Shipping Weight Reduction
    126
Chapter 5. Planning Use of Licensed Functions

127
- Licensed Function Indicators
  127
- License Scope
  127
- Ordering Licensed Functions
  128
- Rules for Ordering Licensed Functions
  129
- Base Function License
  130
  - Database Protection
    131
  - Encryption Authorization
    131
  - IBM Easy Tier
    132
  - I/O Priority Manager
    132
  - Operating Environment License
    132
  - Thin Provisioning
    132
- Z-Synergy Services License
  133
  - High Performance FICON for Z Systems
    133
  - IBM Hyperpav
    134
  - Parallel Access Volumes
    134
  - Transparent Cloud Tiering
    134
  - Z/Os Distributed Data Backup
    134
  - Zhyperlink
    135
- Copy Services License
  135
  - Remote Mirror and Copy Functions
    136
  - Flashcopy Function (Point-In-Time Copy)
    136
  - Safeguarded Copy
    136
  - Z/Os Global Mirror
    137
  - Z/Os Metro/Global Mirror Incremental Resync
    137
- Copy Services Manager on the Hardware Management Console License
  137
Chapter 6. Delivery and Installation Requirements

139
- Delivery Requirements
  139
  - Acclimation
    139
  - Shipment Weights and Dimensions
    140
  - Receiving Delivery
    141
- Installation Site Requirements
  142
Planning for Network and Communications Requirements

181
Chapter 7. Planning Your Storage Complex Setup

185
- Company Information
  185
- Management Console Network Settings
  185
- Remote Support Settings
  186
- Notification Settings
  187
- Power Control Settings
  187
- Control Switch Settings
  187
Chapter 8. Planning Data Migration

191
- Selecting a Data Migration Method
  192
Chapter 9. Planning for Security

195
Chapter 10. License Activation and Management

201
- Planning Your Licensed Functions
  201
- Activation of Licensed Functions
  202
  - Activating Licensed Functions
    202
- Scenarios for Managing Licensing
  203
  - Adding Storage to Your Machine
    203
  - Managing a Licensed Feature
    204
Appendix A. Accessibility Features

205
Appendix B. Warranty Information

207
Appendix C. IBM Equipment and Documents

209
- Installation Components
  209
- Customer Components
  210
- Service Components
  210
Appendix D. DS8870 to DS8880 Model Conversion

211
Appendix E. New Features for Models 980, 981, 982, 98B, 98E, and 98F

217
Appendix F. Customization Worksheets

221
Notices

223
- Trademarks
  224
- Homologation Statement
  225
- Safety and Environmental Notices
  225
  - Safety Notices and Labels
    225
  - Environmental Notices
    234
  - Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices
    234
Index

239

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IBM DS8886 986 Introduction And Planning Manual (244 pages)

Table of Contents

About this Book

Summary of Changes

Chapter 1. Overview

Chapter 2. Hardware Features

Chapter 3. Data Management Features

Chapter 4. Planning the Physical Configuration

Chapter 5. Planning Use of Licensed Functions

Chapter 6. Delivery and Installation Requirements

Planning for Network and Communications Requirements

Chapter 7. Planning Your Storage Complex Setup

Chapter 8. Planning Data Migration

Chapter 9. Planning for Security

Chapter 10. License Activation and Management

Appendix A. Accessibility Features

Appendix B. Warranty Information

Appendix C. IBM Equipment and Documents

Appendix D. DS8870 to DS8880 Model Conversion

Appendix E. New Features for Models 980, 981, 982, 98B, 98E, and 98F

Appendix F. Customization Worksheets

Notices

Index

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