Figure 8-9 shows the initial view of the machine profile on Resource Link.
Figure 8-9 Machine profile
The number of CPs, ICFs, zIIPs, IFLs, and SAPs, the memory size, CBU features,
unassigned CPs, and unassigned IFLs on the current configuration are displayed on the left
side of the web page.
Resource Link retrieves and stores relevant data that is associated with the processor
configuration, such as the number of CPs and installed memory cards. It enables you to
select only those upgrade options that are deemed valid by the order process. It supports
upgrades only within the bounds of the currently installed hardware.
8.4.2 Retrieval and activation
After an order is placed and processed, the appropriate upgrade record is passed to the IBM
support system for download.
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