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Level 04a, June 21, 2004
4. As the Parallel Sysplex grows, add new servers evenly on either side of the
5. As the Parallel Sysplex evolves, you may eventually exceed the 7 meter usable
By following these guidelines, you will be able to configure a Parallel Sysplex, using
the minimum amount of floor space, that meets your performance and availability
objectives. The use of technology combinations - zSeries 990, zSeries 900 (both
single and double frame systems), zSeries 800, and Enterprise Server G5/G6
central coupling facilities.
= 610 mm (24 in) floor tiles
= Perforated floor tile
length of ICB cables at the ends of a two-row configuration. At this point, it may
be possible to add a third and fourth row, using ISC links, which provide
connectivity over greater distances than ICB links. With the equipment in these
new rows centered on the original central coupling facilities, the Parallel Sysplex
now assumes the shape of a diamond.
= 610 mm (24 in) floor tiles
= Perforated floor tile
Central
Coupling
Facilities
Central
Coupling
Facilities
= Cool aisle, 1.22 meters (48 inches) wide
= Exhaust (heated air from equipment)
Central
Coupling
Facilities
Central
Coupling
Facilities
= Cool aisle, 1.22 meters (48 inches) wide
= Exhaust aisle, 1.22 meters (48 inches) wide
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