Implementing Virtualization and LPAR certification & Training

Overview

On this accelerated IBM: PowerVM on IBM i - I: Implementing Virtualization and LPAR course, you will learn the concepts of Logical Partitioning (LPAR) for Power System servers with IBM i.

In this course you begin with an overview of LPAR on Power System servers, followed with more detailed information on configuration planning and implementation using hands-on exercises to create and implement logical partitions.

On this course you will also, learn about partial processors, dynamic allocation and reallocation of memory, processors, interactive Commercial Processing Workloads (CPW), buses, Graphical User Interface (GUI), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Host Ethernet Adapters (HEA) and System Planning Tool (SPT). Use IBM Power7 or Power6 servers and emphasize the new hardware, including the use of the Hardware Management Console (HMC).

In just 2 days, you’ll learn to describe the PowerVM features. You’ll also:

Identify, describe, and locate hardware components in the Power System, Flex System and Power Blade models
Identify virtualization options available, reliability features and single points of failure for Power Systems servers
Implement System Planning Tool in design or update your own system
Explain Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT)
Describe memory allocation and affinity concepts
Describe and configure a partition profile, including shared processors:
Capped
Uncapped
Virtual processors
Weighting factor
Shared Processor Pools
Explain virtual I/O: Serial, Ethernet and SCSI
Understand and implement: IBM i installation through NFS, image virtual repository in VIOS, and assigning VSCSI disks to partitions in VIOS
Understand base characteristics of IVM and how implement IBM i on Power Blades
Describe the NPIV PowerVM feature, how to configure virtual Fiber Channel adapters on the Virtual I/O Server and client partitions
Discuss how to use the HMC GUI and commands to work with the World Wide Port Name (WWPN) pairs Identify commands used to examine the NPIV configuration

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the IBM exam, and achieve your PowerVM on IBM i - I: Implementing Virtualization and LPAR certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

This intermediate course is for technical specialists, support/services individuals, individuals implementing LPARs for Power Systems with IBM i.
This course is also appropriate for IBM Business Partners who sell and plan for consolidated systems.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
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Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
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You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
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* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: PowerVM for IBM i - Overview
Module 2: Power Systems for IBM iExercise - Lab introduction
Module 3: Introduction to System Planning Tool
Module 4: Exercise - SPT introduction
Module 5: Virtualization of IBM i - Processor, Memory, Processor Pools
Module 6: Virtualization of IBM i - Virtual I/O
Module 7: Exercise - Ethernet connection virtualization
Module 8: Virtualization of IBM i - Installation from NFS or VIOS repository
Module 9: Exercise - Installation from NFS or VIOS repository
Module 10: Implementation of IBM i on Power Blades
Module 11: PowerVM for IBM i - NPIV
Module 12: Exercise: IBM i client partition with NPIV connected disks

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

IBM: PowerVM on IBM i - I: Implementing Virtualization and LPAR exam

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have:

Knowledge of Power Systems architectural concepts
Experience with Power Systems
Attended Hardware Management Console (HMC) for Power Systems with IBM i (OL52G) or have the equivalent knowledge
Entry level knowledge of LPAR on current systems is helpful, but not required

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	29/10/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	10/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

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