IBM System z Connectivity Handbook

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This chapter presents a high-level overview of the HiperSockets capabilities as they pertain to the System z and IBM zEnterprise EC12 systems.

The topics that are covered in this chapter are:

•HiperSockets overview

•HiperSockets connectivity

•HiperSockets functions

9.1 Description

The HiperSockets function, also known as internal Queued Direct Input/Output (iQDIO) or internal QDIO, is an integrated function of the LIC of the System z and IBM zEnterprise EC12 systems that provides users with attachment to high-speed logical LANs with ...

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