IBM System i High Availability Solutions Manager helps you administer, configure, and manage your high availability solution
IBM United States Software Announcement 208-015January 29, 2008
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System i™ High Availability Solutions Manager (HASM) delivers:
- Complete high-availability solution based on independent auxiliary storage pools (IASPs) using cross-site mirroring (XSM), Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, FlashCopy®, and system administrative domain
- GUI to manage clusters, resource groups, and domains
- Green screen interface for command-line management
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| Overview |
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High Availability Solutions Manager (HASM) is a high availability clustering offering for the
i5/OS™ V6R1 operating system. HASM, when combined with IASPs and HASR (i5/OS option 41), enables
a complete end-to-end hardware-based clustering solution for high availability and disaster recovery
operations. HASM along with cross-site mirroring (XSM) enables solutions to be deployed via the IBM
DS8000™ storage server or internal disk. It also includes tools that enable administrators to
configure and manage high availability solutions using one of two GUIs as well as the option for a
command-line interface.
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| Key prerequisites |
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- Systems must be running i5/OS V6R1.
- Applications and data must be deployed using IASPs. Several commercial applications are available to take advantage of IASPs.
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| Planned availability date |
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March 21, 2008
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| Description |
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System i High Availability Solutions Manager (5761-HAS)
System i High Availability Solutions Manager (HASM) helps protect critical business applications from outages. Combined with i5/OS V6R1, HASM delivers tools for configuring, monitoring, and managing your high availability clustering solution.
HASM includes three types of interfaces for controlling and managing the high availability environment:
- HASM solution-based GUI for small business environments (deploying on a single IASP topology, which can include a mirrored copy via geographic mirroring)
- Cluster Resource Services (task-based) GUI for all environments
- Traditional command-line interface
GUI operations are deployed via IBM Systems Director for i5/OS, a Web-based console.
These user interfaces invoke cross-site mirroring (XSM) to manage geographic mirroring (native i5/OS replication), Metro Mirror (DS8000 synchronous replication), or global mirroring (DS8000 asynchronous replication). Using either the command-line interface or the task-based GUI, you can also perform FlashCopy operations on the DS8000 server.
Note: The GUI is planned to be available via PTF by June 13, 2008. Global mirroring is planned to be available via PTF on September 19, 2008. To find the appropriate PTFs, visit
HASM, along with i5/OS V6R1, offers the following functions and benefits:
- i5/OS V6R1 enables integrated support that uses i5/OS and HASM to enable an end-to-end high availability deployment and management solution. You can cluster partitions on a single system, multiple systems, or a combination of systems. HASM capabilities include switching of additional switchable devices as well as IASPs. These include printers, tape and optical devices, various communication line descriptions, and network server descriptions.
- Cluster administrative domain covers the majority of system-based objects required by switchable applications. This means that in most cases, the application environment on the cluster nodes are synchronized. Application and data can be activated seamlessly on an alternate node.
- HASM also includes integrated source and target side tracking for XSM and geographic mirroring. This means that when you detach a target system, the resync operation, after reattaching, includes only the changed objects on the source and target system.
- XSM enables you to perform role-swap operations using Metro Mirror, a synchronous replication product for the DS8000 server. You can readily perform both planned and unplanned switching operations with minimal impact on operational procedures. You should use Metro Mirror for best-case recovery point objective (RPO) and recovery time objective (RTO).
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HASM, when combined with i5/OS V6R1, is the first end-to-end, native i5/OS high availability solution. It is optimized for IASP-based solutions deployed either with internal or external storage. This product offering is similar to the HACMP™ product, which is widely deployed in AIX® application environments.
Traditionally, high availability solutions in the i5/OS environment are created by IBM ISVs who deliver logical replication-based solutions (also known as software solutions).
Those solutions are optimized for replicating and recovering data, particularly for geographically dispersed environments like disaster recovery operations.
HASM and i5/OS V6R1 are designed and optimized for full high availability. True high availability includes regular and sustained role-swap operations. The primary system becomes the backup system and the backup system becomes the primary system. This configuration remains in place until the next role swap operations, when the two change roles.
Who should consider HASM:
- Anyone considering or planning on deploying an IASP-based high availability solution.
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Clients planning to implement a DS8000 storage server. With HASM and
XSM, you can manage DS8000-based high availability operations from IBM
Systems Director, a Web-based console. You should purchase i5/OS option
41 and HASM for two nodes in the high availability cluster. Then
purchase two copies of Metro Mirror as the replication service that
synchronously creates two copies of the IASP. You can use the task-based
GUI (as opposed to the solution-based GUI) or the command-based interface
(for those who prefer the green screen).
For most high availability operations, you should use synchronous replication. This ensures that the mirrored pairs of IASPs are always synchronized with the application, and it eliminates loss of in-flight data.
The DS8000 fiber attach and I/O enhancements with i5/OS V6R1 put the performance on par with internal disk operations, making it likely that many users of 570 and 595 systems will vary regarding interest in deploying the DS8000 servers for their storage options. Those 570 and 595 systems that are in need of a high availability solution can deploy i5/OS IASP clustering and Metro Mirror for campus-level operations. For distant replication operations you should consider using either Global Mirror or one of the logical replication solutions. Another advantage of using the DS8000 server is that you can manage FlashCopy operations from the task-based GUI.
- If you have a smaller installation looking for simple-to-manage high-availability environments, consider using HASM with the solutions-based GUI, enabling you to manage the new environment with only an understanding of the basic operational concepts. This GUI enables qualified partners to deploy the IASP environment, enabling you to manage the new environment with basic operational concepts. In this environment, you use XSM to manage geographic mirroring (the native i5/OS replication method) to create synchronous copies of the IASPs. After they are deployed, they are ready for easy-to-use high availability operations. At this time there is no asynchronous version of geographic mirroring. If you use the DS8000 server, you can also choose to use only geographic mirroring as opposed to deploying the Metro Mirror option.
- If you are currently using a logical replication-based solution, you may have not moved to full high availability operations where regular and sustained role swaps are conducted. HASM and i5/OS V6R1 are designed for you to move up to full high availability. The key prerequisite is the deployment of IASPs. Many commercial applications are enabled for IASP solution deployment. IBM representatives and IBM Business Partners can offer assistance and services to convert your application and data structure into an IASP topology.
- If you use a storage server for basic data replication and recovery and are using SAN storage servers to replicate data for data recoverability but are not using IASP, you will not be able to switch operations. Clustering does not perform full high availability operations. Using the basic storage server replication technology is good for data recoverability, but does nothing for switching operations or recovery time minimization. An IPL is required to attach the second copy to the backup environment. In the event of an unplanned outage, an abnormal IPL is required. To use those storage servers for true high availability, it is time to consider HASM. If you are looking at a storage server solution provider that cannot support HASM, think again. You might want to keep your options open and be ready to deploy HASM.
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| Technical information |
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Specified operating environment
Hardware requirements
System i™ models 515, 520, 525, 550, 570, 595, 800, 810, 825, 870, 890, and MMA.
HASM is also supported on BladeCenter® model 7998-61X.
Software requirements
i5/OS™ V6R1
Planning information
Direct customer support
For technical support or assistance, contact your IBM representative or visit
Packaging: System i High Availability Solutions Manager is available on CD-ROM.
Security, auditability, and control
System i High Availability Solutions Manager uses the security and auditability features of i5/OS.
The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities.
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Charge metric
Part number or
Program name PID number Charge metric
System i High 5761-HAS Per Processor
Availability
Solutions Manager
Processor
A processor (commonly called a CPU or core) is a functional unit within a computing device that interprets and executes instructions. A processor consists of at least an instruction control unit and one or more arithmetic or logic unit. With multicore technology, each core is considered a processor. With full capacity licensing, a proof of entitlement (PoE) must be acquired for all activated processors available for use on the server.
Concurrent user
A concurrent user is one and only one individual within or outside your enterprise. The number of PoEs required is for the highest number of users simultaneously accessing the program or any program components either directly or indirectly (via a multiplexing program, device, or application server) through any means on behalf of the user.
IBM System i High Availability Solutions Manager for V6R1 (5761-HAS)
Charge features
Initial Order
IBM System i High
Availability Solutions
Manager (5761-HAS) Per Processor
Per Processor w/1Yr SWMA 0490
Other chargeable features
Feature
number
Special delivery features
Expedite -- Customer Expense 3446
No-charge features
Feature
number
Special delivery features
Ship Media Only 3470
Ship Documentation Only 3471
Special delivery features
Electronic SW Delivery 3450
Language features
English U/L SBCS Primary 2924
English U/C DBCS Primary 2938
English U/L DBCS Primary 2984
Manufacturing features
LPAR System Indicator 3441
Supply features
V6R1 Supply 5819
Other features
ePoE Upg Reg 2001
SW Key 1st MT Digit V6 4001
SW Key 2nd MT Digit V6 4002
SW Key 3rd MT Digit V6 4003
SW Key 4th MT Digit V6 4004
SW Key 1st CPU Digit V6 4005
SW Key 2nd CPU Digit V6 4006
SW Key 3rd CPU Digit V6 4007
SW Key 4th CPU Digit V6 4008
SW Key 5th CPU Digit V6 4009
SW Key 6th CPU Digit V6 4010
SW Key 7th CPU Digit V6 4011
HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance (5660-HAS)
Charge features
Initial Order HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance (5660-HAS) Per Processor Per Processor 1Yr Registration 1127 Per Processor 24/7 Support 1129
No-charge features
Feature
number
Language features
Multilingual Language 2935
Supply features
V6R1 Supply 5809
HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance After License (5661-HAS)
Charge features: Initial order
HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance After License (5661-HAS) Per Processor Per Proc 24/7 1Yr After Lic 0338 Per Proc 1 Yr AfterLicense 0336
No-charge features
Feature
number
Language features
Multilingual Language 2935
Supply features
V6R1 Supply 5809
HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance Registration (5662-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance Registration (5662-HAS) Per Processor Per Proc 24/7 3Yr Registration 0443 Per Proc 3 Yr PrePay 0441
No-charge features
Feature
number
Language features
Multilingual Language 2935
Supply features
V6R1 Supply 5809
No-charge features
Feature
number
Language features
Multilingual Language 2935
Supply features
V6R1 Supply 5809
HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance After License (5664-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance After License (5664-HAS) Per Processor Per Proc 3 Yr AfterLicense 0001 Per Proc 24/7 3Yr After Lic 0003
Remove Keys/ePoEs for Transferred Software (5733-NKY)
No-charge features
Feature
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ePoE features
System i High Avail (5761-HAS) 2515
System i Temporary Software License (5733-ITL)
No-charge features
Feature
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Supply features
System i High Availability Solutions (5761-HAS) 5826
This software license includes Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Software Subscription and Technical Support.
You can extend coverage for a total of three years from the date of acquisition. Order the program number, feature number, and quantity to extend coverage for your software licenses. If maintenance has expired, specify the after license feature number.
Software license includes 1 year Software Maintenance 5761-HAS -- System i High Availability Solutions Manager 5660-HAS Maintenance no charge 1 year registration + 1 year renewal 5662-HAS Maintenance 3 year registration (2 year uplift) 5661-HAS -- Software Maintenance After License, 1 year Software Maintenance After License 5664-HAS -- Software Maintenance After License, 3 year
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IBM has transformed its delivery of hardware and software support services to help you achieve higher system availability. Electronic Services is a Web-enabled solution that offers an exclusive, no-additional-charge enhancement to the service and support available for IBM servers. These services are designed to provide the opportunity for greater system availability with faster problem resolution and preemptive monitoring. Electronic Services comprises two separate, but complementary, elements: Electronic Services news page and Electronic Services Agent.
The Electronic Services news page is a single Internet entry point that replaces the multiple entry points traditionally used to access IBM Internet services and support. The news page enables you to gain easier access to IBM resources for assistance in resolving technical problems.
The Electronic Service Agent™ is no-additional-charge software that resides on your server. It monitors events and transmits system inventory information to IBM on a periodic, client-defined timetable. The Electronic Service Agent automatically reports hardware problems to IBM. Early knowledge about potential problems enables IBM to deliver proactive service that may result in higher system availability and performance. In addition, information collected through the Service Agent is made available to IBM service support representatives when they help answer your questions or diagnose problems. Installation and use of IBM Electronic Service Agent for problem reporting enables IBM to provide better support and service for your IBM server.
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The prices provided in this announcement are suggested retail prices for the U.S. only and are provided for your information only. Dealer prices may vary, and prices may also vary by country. Prices are subject to change without notice. For additional information and current prices, contact your local IBM representative.
IBM System i High Availability Solutions Manager for V6R1 (5761-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order
IBM System i High
Availability Solutions Per Processor Per Processor
Manager (5761-HAS) Feature OTC
Per Processor w/1Yr SWMA 0490 $3,200
Other chargeable features
Feature
number OTC
Special delivery features
Expedite -- Customer Expense 3446 $30
HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance (5660-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance Per Processor Per Processor (5660-HAS) Feature OTC Per Processor 1Yr Registration 1127 $ 0 Per Processor 24/7 Support 1129 45
HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance After License (5661-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 1Yr SW Maintenance Per Processor Per Processor After License (5661-HAS) Feature OTC Per Proc 24/7 1Yr After Lic 0338 $ 45 Per Proc 1 Yr AfterLicense 0336 1,920
HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance Registration (5662-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance Per Processor Per Processor Registration (5662-HAS) Feature OTC Per Proc 24/7 3Yr Registration 0443 $ 121 Per Proc 3 Yr PrePay 0441 1,088
HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance After License (5664-HAS)
Charge features
Initial order HASM 3Yr SW Maintenance Per Processor Per Processor After License (5664-HAS) Feature OTC Per Proc 3 Yr AfterLicense 0001 $3,008 Per Proc 24/7 3Yr After Lic 0003 121
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