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Parallel Sysplex: Operations,TroubleShooting&Recovery [MPOR]
OVERVIEW
This course provides an overview of data storage concepts for z/OS system environments. It covers the range of disciplines and skills required to give a good understanding of how the software and hardware interacts, providing a powerful data storage management environment. This course is most suitable for organizations using the IBM HSM software.
COURSE DURATION
3 Days
Hands-On
Private-Only
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COURSE SYNOPSIS
- Parallel Sysplex Overview
- The Operations Environment
- Sysplex Operations
- IPL Problem Determination
- Runtime Problem Determination
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Efficiently operate a parallel sysplex environment
- Identify and deal with problems effectively
- Carry out problem determination in a parallel sysplex environment
- Carry out recovery when required.
PREREQUISITES
Familiarity with z/OS commands and a good understanding of the principles and concepts of parallel sysplex, including XCF commands. This can be gained by attending Parallel Sysplex Concepts & Facilities [PSX1].
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Parallel Sysplex Implement,Custom &Exploitation [MSPI]
OVERVIEW
This in-depth, five-day course examines the issues involved in implementing the parallel sysplex environment. It covers hardware configuration issues, setting up the cloned z/OS environment, setting up the sysplex software environment, setting up sysplex datasharing, the system logger and the exploitation of z/OS components.
COURSE DURATION & PRICE
5 Days
Hands-On
Private-Only
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COURSE SYNOPSIS
- Implementation Stages
- Hardware Configuration
- Software Configuration
- Setting up the Sysplex
- Coupling Facility Management
- The System Logger
- Exploitation
- VIPAs and Sysplex
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Identify the different stages of parallel sysplex implementation, and understand the benefits and implications of implementing each of these stages
- Understand the hardware configuration for a parallel sysplex, including the Coupling Facility, CTC and sysplex timer environments
- Set up a cloned, multi-system, shared SYSRES environment with appropriate SYS1.PARMLIB parameters (and a suitable backup SYSRES!)
- Set up and maintain the controls for the parallel sysplex environment, including the Couple Data Sets, signaling environment, timer, GRS and parmlib member controls
- Set up and maintain the CFRM environment
- Set up and maintain the SFM environment
- Interpret the various RMF reports associated with the sysplex environment
- Set up and configure the following exploiters using the CF Sizer tool: Tape Switching; JES2 Checkpoint; GRS Star; RACF datasharing; SMF: TCP/IP ports and DVIPA; VTAM generics; Enhanced Catalog Sharing; LOGREC; OPERLOG
PREREQUISITES
To gain maximum benefit from this course, students should first attend the course Parallel Sysplex Concepts and Facilities [PSX1] or already have a thorough understanding of the principles of the parallel sysplex environment.
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Parallel Sysplex Concepts & Facilities [PSX1]
OVERVIEW
This course is the essential technical introduction to the IBM parallel sysplex for all managers and technicians coming new to the environment. The course describes and explains the components of the parallel sysplex concept, and covers data sharing, installation, IPL, components & services and sysplex exploitation.
The course is regularly revised and upgraded to reflect the changes and advances in the Z Systems environment.
COURSE DURATION & PRICE
2 Days
Private-Only
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COURSE SYNOPSIS
- Sysplex Introduction
- Data Sharing
- Sysplex Installation & IPL
- Exploiting Sysplex
- Sysplex Management & Operations
COURSE OBJECTIVES
On completion, attendees will be able to:
- Explain the reasons for the introduction of the parallel sysplex concept
- Explain the business implications of the parallel sysplex
- Describe the XCF function for connecting the systems
- Explain how data sharing works
- Describe the management of a sysplex
- Explain how to exploit the benefits of the parallel sysplex
PREREQUISITES
Familiarity with z/OS structure, concepts, operations, and workload.
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