IBM WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition accelerates deployment of private cloud messaging
IBM United States Software Announcement 211-088April 5, 2011
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| At a glance |
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WebSphere® MQ Hypervisor™ Edition:
- Provides support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux® in x86 64-bit environments
- Optimizes WebSphere MQ for virtualized environments, enabling higher hardware utilization, while allowing you to spend less time on installation and configuration, and more time on strategic initiatives
- Manages installation and deployment of WebSphere MQ and the underlying operating system
- Includes WebSphere MQ V7.0.1.4
For ordering, contact your IBM® representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: YE001).
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| Overview |
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WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86:
- Supports deployment of WebSphere MQ virtual images into VMware ESX environments
- Includes WebSphere MQ V7.0.1.4 and operating system for use in Red Hat Enterprise Linux x86 64-bit environments
- Can be dispensed to easily deploy and manage messaging solutions in a private cloud
- Can help reduce installation and configuration time to enable rapid deployment MQ messaging solutions
IBM WebSphere MQ is the market-leading messaging-oriented middleware product that delivers a reliable, proven messaging backbone for 10,000 organizations of various sizes, across industries throughout the world.
WebSphere MQ is already available in a number of configurations, and the WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition V7.0.1.4 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux now supports deployment of WebSphere MQ virtual images into VMware ESX environments.
Using WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition enables better utilization of hardware and faster response to demands for newly deployed systems. This can help to reduce the costs of both hardware and software operation and maintenance costs. By deploying virtual images, businesses can also ensure that systems are built with a known, stable, and tested configuration, reducing the potential for errors and ensuring rapid deployment of a working system, whether for development, test, or production.
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| Key prerequisites |
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Supported environments
- x86 64-bit processor
- VMware ESX
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| Planned availability date |
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June 17, 2011
This product is available for electronic download only.
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| Accessibility by people with disabilities |
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A US Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) containing details on accessibility compliance can be requested at
Section 508 of the US Rehabilitation Act
WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition is capable, as of June 17, 2011, when used in accordance with IBM's associated documentation, of satisfying the applicable requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, provided that any assistive technology used with the product properly interoperates with it. A US Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT), containing details on the products accessibility compliance, can be requested at
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| Reference information |
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For requirements for WebSphere MQ V7.0.1, refer to Software Announcement 209-245, dated August 25, 2009.
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| Program number |
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Program name Program number IBM WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition 5725-C79 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux x86
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| Offering Information |
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Product information is available via the Offering Information website
Also, visit the Passport Advantage® website
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| Publications |
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WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition:
Online product documentation is integrated within the product.
The following softcopy publication is available in PDF format to download from the Publications Center.
Title Order number
WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition V7.0.1 SC34-7245
for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86
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| Technical information |
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Specified operating environment
Hardware requirements
AMD64, EM64T, or compatible processor -- any hardware that is explicitly compatible and fully capable of running the specified operating system, all the corresponding supporting software and any associated applications unmodified with VMware ESX setup
Software requirements
VMware ESX must be installed on the system targeted for deployment of WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition.
Software required for IBM WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition is provided.
The program's specifications and specified operating environment information may be found in documentation accompanying the program, if available, such as a readme file, or other information published by IBM, such as an announcement letter. Documentation and other program content may be supplied only in the English language.
Planning information
Direct customer support
Installation and technical support is provided by Global Services. For more information, call 800-IBM-4YOU (426-4968).
For technical support or assistance, contact your IBM representative or visit
Packaging
This product is available for electronic download only.
This program, when downloaded from a website, contains the applicable IBM license agreement and License Information, if appropriate, and will be presented for acceptance at the time of installation of the program. For future reference, the license and License Information will be stored in a directory such as LICENSE.TXT.
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IBM Software Services has the breadth, depth, and reach to manage your services needs. You can leverage the deep technical skills of our lab-based, software services team and the business consulting, project management, and infrastructure expertise of our IBM Global Services team. Also, we extend our IBM Software Services reach through IBM Business Partners to provide an extensive portfolio of capabilities. Together, we provide the global reach, intellectual capital, industry insight, and technology leadership to support a wide range of critical business needs.
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| Ordering information |
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This product is only available via Passport Advantage. It is not available as shrinkwrap.
Product group: WebSphere Product Identifier Description (PID) WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition 5725-C79 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86 Product category: Application Integration Middleware Other
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PID Charge unit
Program name number description
IBM WebSphere MQ Hypervisor 5725-C79 Processor Value Unit
Edition for Red Hat
Enterprise Linux for x86
Processor Value Unit
Processor Value Unit (PVU) is a unit of measure by which the program can be licensed. The number of PVU entitlements required is based on the processor technology (defined within the PVU Table by processor value, brand, type, and model number) at the following website and the number of processors made available to the program
IBM continues to define a processor, for the purpose of PVU-based licensing, to be each processor core on a chip. A dual-core processor chip, for example, has two processor cores.
Licensee can deploy the program using either Full Capacity licensing or Virtualization Capacity (Sub-Capacity) licensing according to the Passport Advantage Sub-Capacity Licensing Terms (see web page below). If using Full Capacity licensing, Licensee must obtain PVU entitlements sufficient to cover all activated processor cores1 in the physical hardware environment made available to or managed by the program, except for those servers from which the program has been permanently removed. If using Virtualization Capacity licensing, Licensee must obtain entitlements sufficient to cover all activated processor cores made available to or managed by the program, as defined according to the Virtualization Capacity License Counting Rules at
- 1
- An Activated processor core is a processor core that is available for use in a physical or virtual server, regardless of whether the capacity of the processor core can be or is limited through virtualization technologies, operating system commands, BIOS settings, or similar restrictions.
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- Express and Workgroup programs may be licensed with maximum use terms. In that case, the following applies: The maximum authorized use terms and conditions for PVU licensed IBM Express and Middleware Programs can be found in the IBM Express and Middleware Licensing Guide.
Product description Product ID WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition for 5725-C79 Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86
Passport Advantage
Here is the complete listing of part numbers for IBM WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86 (5725-C79).
Description Part number WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86 Per processor Value Unit License + Software S&S 12 mo D0IV0LL Annual Software S&S Renewal 12 mo E0BTSLL Software S&S reinstatement 12 mo D0IV1LL
Passport Advantage trade-up
Below is a list of precursor products for which you must have already acquired a license, in order to be eligible to acquire equivalent licenses using the trade-up part number.
Trade-up
Precursor product Trade-up product part number
WebSphere MQ WebSphere MQ Hypervisor D0IVSLL
Edition for Red Hat
Enterprise Linux
for x86
Per processor Value Unit
License + SW S&S 12 mo
Consult your IBM representative if you have any questions.
This product is only available via electronic download.
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| Terms and conditions |
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The information provided in this announcement letter is for reference and convenience purposes only. The terms and conditions that govern any transaction with IBM are contained in the applicable contract documents such as the IBM International Program License Agreement, IBM International Passport Advantage Agreement, and the IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance.
This product is only available via Passport Advantage. It is not available as shrinkwrap.
Licensing
IBM International Program License Agreement including the License Information document and Proof of Entitlement (PoE) govern your use of the program. PoEs are required for all authorized use. Part number products only, offered outside of Passport Advantage, where applicable, are license only and do not include Software Maintenance.
These programs are licensed under the IBM Program License Agreement (IPLA) and the associated Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance, which provide for support with ongoing access to releases and versions of the program. IBM includes one year of Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) with the initial license acquisition of each program acquired. The initial period of Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) can be extended by the purchase of a renewal option, if available. These programs have a one-time license charge for use of the program and an annual renewable charge for the enhanced support that includes telephone assistance (voice support for defects during normal business hours), as well as access to updates, releases, and versions of the program as long as support is in effect.
License Information form number
WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition for Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86
- L-APIG-7T5JD2
Limited warranty applies
Yes
Limited warranty
IBM warrants that when the program is used in the specified operating environment, it will conform to its specifications. The warranty applies only to the unmodified portion of the program. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the program or that IBM will correct all program defects. You are responsible for the results obtained from the use of the program.
IBM provides you with access to IBM databases containing information on known program defects, defect corrections, restrictions, and bypasses at no additional charge. For further information, consult the IBM Software Support Handbook found at
IBM will maintain this information for at least one year after the original licensee acquires the program (warranty period).
Program technical support
Support for WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition V7.0.1 will be available for the life cycle of the WebSphere MQ V7. WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition V7.0.1 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux has the same End of Support date as WebSphere MQ V7.0.
You are eligible to obtain technical support for WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition, during the support life cycle, as long as your Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) is in effect. This technical support allows you to obtain assistance (via telephone or electronic means) from IBM for product-specific, task-oriented questions regarding the installation and operation of the program product. Software Subscription and Support also provides you with access to updates, releases, and versions of the program. You will be notified, via announcement letter, of discontinuance of support with 12 months notice. If you require additional technical support from IBM, including an extension of support beyond the discontinuance date, contact your IBM representative or IBM Business Partner. This extension may be available for a fee.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server
IBM will provide support for the Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server component included in the WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition under the following conditions:
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server component is used in conjunction with WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition.
- Version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server is supported by Red Hat.
IBM may ask customers to move up to the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server support level. IBM, in turn, will upgrade the version of the underlying Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server during the WebSphere MQ Hypervisor Edition support life cycle to maintain the operating system support. Customers with active Passport Advantage subscription and support are entitled to this upgrade.
Money-back guarantee
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the program and you are the original licensee, you may obtain a refund of the amount you paid for it, if within 30 days of your invoice date you return the program and its PoE to the party from whom you obtained it. If you downloaded the program, you may contact the party from whom you acquired it for instructions on how to obtain the refund.
For clarification, note that (1) for programs acquired under the IBM International Passport Advantage offering, this term applies only to your first acquisition of the program and (2) for programs acquired under any of IBM's On/Off Capacity on Demand (On/Off CoD) software offerings, this term does not apply since these offerings apply to programs already acquired and in use by you.
Volume orders (IVO)
No
Passport Advantage applies
Yes, and through the Passport Advantage website at
Usage restrictions
Yes. For information, refer to the License Information document that is available on the IBM Software License Agreement website
Software Subscription and Support applies
Yes. Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) is included with licenses purchased through Passport Advantage and Passport Advantage Express. Product upgrades and Technical Support are provided by the Software Subscription and Support offering as described in the Agreements. Product upgrades provide the latest versions and releases to entitled software and Technical Support provides voice and electronic access to IBM support organizations, worldwide.
IBM includes one year of Software Subscription and Support with each program license acquired. The initial period of Software Subscription and Support can be extended by the purchase of a renewal option, if available.
While your Software Subscription and Support is in effect, IBM provides you assistance for your routine, short duration installation and usage (how-to) questions, and code-related questions. IBM provides assistance via telephone and, if available, electronic access, only to your information systems (IS) technical support personnel during the normal business hours (published prime shift hours) of your IBM support center. (This assistance is not available to your end users.) IBM provides Severity 1 assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For additional details, consult your IBM Software Support Handbook at
Software Subscription and Support does not include assistance for the design and development of applications, your use of programs in other than their specified operating environment, or failures caused by products for which IBM is not responsible under the applicable agreements.
For additional information about the International Passport Advantage Agreement and the IBM International Passport Advantage Express Agreement, visit the Passport Advantage website at
IBM Operational Support Services -- SoftwareXcel
No
Other support
Passport Advantage
System i Software Maintenance applies
No
Variable charges apply
No
Educational allowance available
Not applicable.
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