IBM AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7 extends support for AIX 7.1 for POWER7
IBM United States Software Announcement 211-364October 12, 2011
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Using AIX® 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, you can now run legacy applications on AIX 5.3 in an AIX workload partition.
AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions:
- Adds a kernel compatibility layer that allows AIX 5.3 commands and libraries running in the workload partition to function correctly (emulating AIX 5.3 behavior) when run on AIX 7.1
- Enables you to take advantage of the latest IBM® Power Systems™ hardware enhancements sooner by running your legacy applications in a virtualized workload partition environment
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| Overview |
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AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7 is available for AIX 7.1 on POWER7®.
This program provides the capability to create a workload partition (WPAR) that provides an AIX 5.3 runtime environment for the workload running in the WPAR. This allows a simple migration path for an AIX 5.3 workload running on older hardware to move to POWER7 systems. All that is required is to create a mksysb image of the AIX 5.3 system and then provide this image when creating the WPAR on AIX 7.1 running on POWER7 hardware.
The Software Maintenance Agreement for the AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7 product includes:
- Support for the AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7 product. This includes subscription for future releases of the product.
- Limited support for the AIX 5.3
operating system running in this environment, which may include:
- Phone support. Clients can call IBM Support for questions about how to use AIX 5.3 in this environment.
- At IBM's discretion, fixes for critical security and data integrity problems discovered in AIX 5.3 when running in this environment.
Restrictions on the limited support for AIX 5.3:
- Clients must be utilizing AIX 5.3 at Technology Level 12 Service Pack 04.
- Support is available only for AIX 5.3 running in this WPAR environment. Support for AIX 5.3 running in legacy environments is available through a separate purchase from IBM through support extensions to the standard AIX 5.3 Software Maintenance Agreement.
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| Key prerequisites |
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- AIX 7 running on IBM POWER7 processor-based systems
- AIX V5.3 TL12 SP04
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| Planned availability date |
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October 14, 2011
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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
AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, when used in accordance with IBM's associated documentation, satisfies 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) can be requested on the following website
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| Program number |
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Program Program number VRM name 5765-WP7 1.1.0 AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7
Product identification number
Maintenance Maintenance
Program PID number 1-year PID number 3-year PID number
5765-WP7 5771-WP7 5773-WP7
5771-WP6 (ALC)
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| Offering Information |
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Product information is available via the Offering Information website
Business Partner information
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Specified operating environment
Hardware requirements
IBM systems that run the IBM POWER7 processors.
Software requirements
- AIX V7.1, or later
- AIX 5.3 with the 5300-12 Technology Level
For additional information about the program's specified operating environment, including restrictions when running the AIX operating system in a Workload Partitions environment, refer to the program documentation.
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.
Limitations
The operating environment for an AIX 5.3 Workload Partition for AIX 7 is a WPAR on an AIX 7 system. Some AIX functionality is limited within a WPAR; therefore, that same functionality is limited from within an AIX 5.3 WPAR on AIX 7.1. These restrictions include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
- PowerHA® is not supported within a WPAR.
- RSCT is not supported within a WPAR.
- NFS Server is not supported within a WPAR.
- WLM controls are not supported within a WPAR.
- WPARs cannot be created within a WPAR.
- Only a subset of symbols referenced through /dev/kmem is accessible from processes within a WPAR.
- Kernel performance tunables are not modifiable from within a WPAR.
- Kernel extensions can only be loaded and unloaded if the global system administrator enables the loading.
- If local storage devices are used for the WPAR, JFS file systems are not supported. JFS file systems from the AIX 5.3 environment will be converted to JFS2 file systems when local storage devices are used for the AIX 5.3 WPAR.
AIX 5.3 Workload Partition-specific restrictions
- Adapters may not be exported to AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions.
- Some commands from the AIX 7.1
environment that need to be WPAR-aware replace commands from the AIX 5.3 environment, including,
but not limited to, these types of commands:
- Performance commands
- Logical volume commands
- File system commands
For additional information, refer to usage restrictions in the Terms and conditions section of this announcement, or to the License Information document that is available on the IBM Software License Agreement website
Planning information
Packaging
Your Proof of Entitlement (PoE) for this program is a copy of a paid sales receipt, purchase order, invoice, or other sales record from IBM or its authorized reseller from whom you acquired the program, provided that it states the license charge unit (the characteristics of intended use of the program, number of processors, number of users) and quantity acquired.
Information about how you may obtain program services will be provided by the party (either IBM or its authorized reseller) from whom you acquired the program.
Security, auditability, and control
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
IBM AIX 5.3 Workload 5765-WP7 Per Processor Core on Small,
Partitions for AIX 7 Medium, or Large Server
SWMA 1 YR 5771-WP7 Per Processor Core on Small,
Medium, or Large Server
SWMA 3 YR 5773-WP7 Per Processor Core on Small,
Medium, or Large Server
SWMA 1 ALC 5771-WP6 Per Processor Core on Small,
Medium, or Large Server
A processor (commonly called a CPU or core) is the unit of measure by which this program is licensed. It 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. A Proof of Entitlement (PoE) must be obtained for the appropriate number of processors based on the level of all processor cores activated and available for use by the program on the server.
Orders may be placed beginning with configurator availability.
For new orders, select from the following table:
AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 (5765-WP7): SWMA PIDs and features support this new offering.
AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 (5765-WP7)
Processor-
based
OTC
feature
Description number
Per processor - small 0001
Per processor - medium 0002
Upgrade small to medium 0003
Per processor - large 0004
Upgrade small to large 0005
Upgrade medium to large 0006
Software Maintenance
This software license offers Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Software Subscription and Technical Support.
Extending coverage for a total of three years from the date of acquisition may be elected. 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.
Note: Software Maintenance renewals and out-year contracts for AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 via IBM Global Services contracts are available for
ordering.
OTC
Program feature
Feature description number number
SW Maintenance Regist/7x24 Support 1 Year 5771-WP7
Per Processor Core - Small Registration 1638
Per Processor Core - Small 7x24 1639
Per Processor Core - Medium Registration 1640
Per Processor Core - Medium 7x24 1641
Per Processor Core - Large Registration 1642
Per Processor Core - Large 7x24 1643
SW Maintenance After License Charge 5771-WP6
Per Processor Core - Small ALC 1644
Per Processor Core - Medium ALC 1645
Per Processor Core - Large ALC 1646
SW Maintenance Regist/7x24 Support 3 Year 5773-WP7
Per Processor Core - Small Registration 1357
Per Processor Core - Small 7x24 1358
Per Processor Core - Medium Registration 1359
Per Processor Core - Medium 7x24 1360
Per Processor Core - Large Registration 1361
Per Processor Core - Large 7x24 1362
Expedite feature for licensed programs and SWMA programs:
Program Feature number Description number 5765-WP7 AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 3445 5771-WP7 SWMA 1 year 3445 5773-WP7 SWMA 3 year 3445 5771-WP6 After License Charge 3445
System Program Order (SPO):
An order for SPO 5692-A6P is mandatory for shipments of program distribution. The individual licensed program orders are for registration and billing purposes only. No shipment occurs under these orders.
Specify feature number 3435.
Machine-readable materials are only available on CD-ROM. To receive shipment of machine-readable materials, the order needs to include SPO 5692-A6P. The individual licensed program order (for example, 5765-WP7) must still be ordered but will be for registration and billing purposes only and will not result in shipment of materials.
Program Feature number Program/Function name number 5692-A6P AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 2293
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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.
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.
This software license includes Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance).
Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance
The IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance (Z125-6011) agreement applies for Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) and does not require customer signatures.
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 with the initial license acquisition of each program acquired. The initial period of Software Subscription and Support 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
The License Information (LI) Form Number is LC23-5111-00.
The program's License Information will be available for review on the IBM Software License Agreement website
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).
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 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)
Yes. Contact your IBM representative.
Passport Advantage applies
No
Usage restrictions
Yes. For additional information, refer to the License Information document that is available on the IBM Software License Agreement website
Software Subscription and Support applies
Yes. All distributed software licenses include Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) for a period of 12 months from the date of acquisition, providing a streamlined way to acquire IBM software and assure technical support coverage for all licenses. Extending coverage for a total of three years from date of acquisition may be elected.
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, every day of the year. 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 this agreement.
For more information about the Passport Advantage Agreement, visit the Passport Advantage website at
IBM Operational Support Services -- SoftwareXcel
No
System i Software Maintenance applies
No
Variable charges apply
Yes
Educational allowance available
Yes. A 15% education allowance applies to qualified education institution customers.
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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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| Prices |
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For additional information and current prices, contact your local IBM representative.
AIX 5.3 Workload Partitions for AIX 7, V1.1 (5765-WP7)
Processor-
based
OTC
feature
Description number OTC
Per processor - small 0001
Per processor - medium 0002
Upgrade small to medium 0003
Per processor - large 0004
Upgrade small to large 0005
Upgrade medium to large 0006
Software Maintenance
This software license offers Software Maintenance, previously referred to as Software Subscription and Technical Support.
OTC
Program feature
Feature description number number OTC
SW Maintenance Regist/7x24 Support 1 Year 5771-WP7
Per Processor Core - Small Registration 1638
Per Processor Core - Small 7x24 1639
Per Processor Core - Medium Registration 1640
Per Processor Core - Medium 7x24 1641
Per Processor Core - Large Registration 1642
Per Processor Core - Large 7x24 1643
SW Maintenance After License Charge 5771-WP6
Per Processor Core - Small ALC 1644
Per Processor Core - Medium ALC 1645
Per Processor Core - Large ALC 1646
SW Maintenance Regist/7x24 Support 3 Year 5773-WP7
Per Processor Core - Small Registration 1357
Per Processor Core - Small 7x24 1358
Per Processor Core - Medium Registration 1359
Per Processor Core - Medium 7x24 1360
Per Processor Core - Large Registration 1361
Per Processor Core - Large 7x24 1362
Variable charges: The applicable processor-based one-time charge will be based on the group of the designated machine on which the program is licensed for use. If the program is designated to a processor in a group for which no charge is listed, the charge of the next higher group listed applies. For movement to a machine in a higher group, an upgrade charge equal to the difference in the then-current charges between the two groups will apply. For movement to a machine in a lower group, there will be no adjustment or refund of charges paid.
Pricing terms
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