IBM z16 Technical Introduction

IBM z16 hardware overview

This chapter expands on the descriptions of the key hardware elements of the IBM z16 that were presented in 1.2, “IBM z16 technical overview” on page 5.

For more information about the key capabilities and enhancements of the IBM z16, see IBM z16 (3931) Technical Guide, SG24-8951.

This chapter describes the following topics:

•2.1, “Models and upgrade paths” on page 14

•2.2, “Frames and cabling” on page 15

•2.3, “CPC drawers” on page 17

•2.4, “I/O system structure” on page 24

•2.5, “Power and cooling” on page 26

2.1 Models ...