z/OS® V1R13 as updated for September 2012. For functional changes in this release, see Identifying server requirements and Processor storage. This updated release introduces the zEC12 server.

ServerPac and SystemPac changes: A new Product ServerPac option is available that allows you to order only MVS™ and DB2® without including a base product in the order. See Product ServerPac.

FTPS for the Product Customized Offerings (CBPDO, ServerPac, and SystemPac): The capability to download Internet orders using FTPS for the Product Customized Offerings (CBPDO, ServerPac, and SystemPac), for Shopz service orders, and for SMP/E RECEIVE ORDER is provided. The Shopz download pages provide the option to download directly to your z/OS host system using FTPS. The CustomPac installation dialog allows you to specify your own FTP.DATA configuration file or will create one to use for the RECEIVE job. Secure delivery through FTP using Secure Sockets Layer (FTPS) was made available October 15, 2012.