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Contents
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
About this Book
Conventions and Terminology
Publications and Related Information
Who Should Use this Book
Related Websites
Summary of Changes
Chapter 1. Overview
Machine Types
Hardware
DS8A00 Model A01 Configuration
DS8A00 Model A05 and E05 Configuration
Capacity Limits
I/O Enclosures
Processor Nodes
Management Console
Ethernet Switches
Power
Functional Overview
Functions
Updating Code Levels
Logical Configuration
Logical Configuration with DS8000 Storage Management GUI
Logical Configuration with DS CLI
RAID Implementation
RAID 6 Overview
RAID 10 Overview
Logical Subsystems
Allocation Methods
Management Interfaces
DS8000 Storage Management GUI
DS Command-Line Interface
Restful API
IBM Spectrum Control
IBM Copy Services Manager
Supported Web Browsers
Chapter 2. Hardware Features
Management Console
Hardware Specifics
Storage System Structure
Flash Drives
Drive Maintenance Policy
Host Attachment Overview
Host Adapter Intermix Support
Open-Systems Host Attachment with Fibre Channel Adapters
I/O Load Balancing
Storage Consolidation
Count Key Data
Fixed Block
T10 DIF Support
Logical Volumes
Allocation, Deletion, and Modification of Volumes
LUN Calculation
Extended Address Volumes for CKD
Quick Initialization
Chapter 3. Data Management Features
Transparent Cloud Tiering
Dynamic Volume Expansion
Count Key Data and Fixed Block Volume Deletion Prevention
Thin Provisioning
ESE Capacity Controls for Thin Provisioning
IBM Easy Tier
Vmware Vstorage API for Array Integration Support
Performance for IBM Z
Copy Services
Point-In-Time Copy (Flashcopy)
Remote Mirror and Copy
Disaster Recovery through Copy Services
Resource Groups for Copy Services Scope Limiting
Comparison of Copy Services Features
Securing Data
Chapter 4. Physical Configuration
Configuration Controls
Determining Physical Configuration Features
Selecting Storage Features
Storage Enclosures and Drives
Storage-Enclosure Fillers
Configuration Rules for Storage Features
Raw and Usable Capacity
Selecting I/O Adapter Features
I/O Enclosures
Feature Codes for I/O Cables
Fibre Channel Host Adapters and Cables
Feature Codes for Fibre Channel Host Adapters
Feature Codes for Fibre Channel Cables
Zhyperlink Adapters and Cables
Transparent Cloud Tiering Adapters
Flash RAID Adapters
Selecting Processor Node Features
Processor Licenses
Selecting Processor Memory Features
System Memory
Selecting Power Features
Power Cords
Feature Codes for Power Cords
Configuration Rules for Power Features
Selecting Other Configuration Features
BSMI Certificate (Taiwan)
Chapter 5. Licensed Functions
Licensed Function Indicators
License Scope
Ordering Licensed Functions
About this Task
Rules for Ordering Licensed Functions
Base Function License
Encryption Authorization
IBM Easy Tier
Operating Environment License
Thin Provisioning
Z-Synergy Services License
High Performance FICON for Z Systems
IBM Hyperpav
Parallel Access Volumes
Z/Os Distributed Data Backup
Zhyperlink
IBM Fibre Channel Endpoint Security
Transparent Cloud Tiering
Copy Services License
Remote Mirror and Copy Functions
Flashcopy Function (Point-In-Time Copy)
Safeguarded Copy
Local Data-At-Rest Encryption License
Chapter 6. Delivery and Installation Requirements
Delivery Requirements
Acclimation
Shipment Weights and Dimensions
Receiving Delivery
Before You Begin
Installation Site Requirements
Planning for Floor and Space Requirements
Installing on Raised or Nonraised Floors
Accommodating Cables
Meeting Floor Load Requirements
Calculating Space Requirements
Dimensions and Weight of Individual Models
Service Clearance Requirements
Earthquake Resistance Kit Installation Preparation
Planning for Power Requirements
Power Outlet Requirements
Input Voltage Requirements
Power Connector Requirements
Power Consumption and Environmental Information
Planning for Environmental Requirements
Fans and Air Intake Areas
Operating Environment Requirements
Corrosive Gasses and Particulates
Contamination Information
Cooling the Storage Complex
Planning for Safety
Providing a Fire-Suppression System
Planning for Network and Communications Requirements
Chapter 7. Planning Your Storage Complex Setup
Company Information
Management Console Network Settings
Remote Support Settings
Notification Settings
Control Switch Settings
Chapter 8. Planning Data Migration
Selecting a Data Migration Method
Chapter 9. Planning for Security
Encryption
Encryption-Key Servers
Key Lifecycle Managers
Planning for Full-Disk Encryption Activation
User Accounts and Passwords
User Accounts
Service Accounts
About this Task
Planning for NIST SP 800-131A Security Conformance
Remote Authentication
Chapter 10. License Activation and Management
Planning Your Licensed Functions
Activation of Licensed Functions
Activating Licensed Functions
Scenarios for Managing Licensing
Adding Storage to Your Machine
Managing a Licensed Feature
Appendix A. Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
Appendix B. Warranty Information
Appendix C. IBM Equipment and Documents
Installation Components
Customer Components
Service Components
Appendix D. Configuration Worksheets
Appendix E. Compliance Standards
Appendix F. European Union General Data Protection Regulation Considerations
Appendix G. Data Privacy
Notices
Trademarks
Homologation Statement
Safety and Environmental Notices
Safety Notices and Labels
Caution Notices
Danger Notices
Vendor-Specific Uninterruptible Power Supply Safety Statements
General Caution Statements
Environmental Notices
Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Notice
United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice
Index
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