IBM zEnterprise EC12 Configuration Setup

Configuration Planning

This chapter addresses the planning steps to take when you install an IBM zEnterprise EC12 (zEC12). These steps apply whether you are upgrading from an existing server or installing a new zEC12.

This chapter includes the following sections:

•Tools

•Hardware Management Console and Support Element Configuration Planning

•Channel considerations

2.1 Tools

This section summarizes the various tools available for the IBM System z platforms. Table 2-1 lists the machine types for the current IBM System z platforms.

Table 2-1 Machine ...