System x Univerzita_Jakub_venc_tools [režim kompatibility]

System x Univerzita pro
obchodní partnery
Jakub Venc
x86 technical specialist
21.10.2014, Praha
23.10.2014, Olomouc
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Agenda
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Budoucnost IBM x86 serverů
Programy pro partnery - 10x4, back rabaty,
PSAT, OPRA, tickety, DR aj.
Přestávka na kávu
Compatibility nástroje, redbooky, TCO/ROI,
výpočty spotřeby aj.
Představení nových procesorů Intel
Přestávka na oběd
Představení volume a high-end portfolio
Představení integrovaných a high
density systémů + networking
Přestávka na kávu
Prezentace Avnet
Prezentace DNS
Poděkování, konec akce
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Configurator Usage Considerations
Type of user interface :
Online or Offline usage :
This can be either for "expert"
users, such as IBM Sales Reps or
Distributors, who regularly build
configurations, understand the
basic products and rules, and
therefore need an interface for
the tool that is fast (which
typically means drag-and-drop).
Or it can be for "novice" or "first
time" users, such as T2 Resellers
or some End Users, who really
have little or no knowledge of the
products and need to be taken
through a very simple advice and
selection process.
If a configurator is on-line, it means
that the very latest announcements,
prices and information is always
available but it can only be accessed
via an internet connection and
browser. Off-line is needed
sometimes, when quotes have to be
given in front of a customer when no
internet connection is available or if
the user is behind a strict firewall
but this risks the information being
out of date and also requires regular,
time-consuming data updates to be
downloaded.
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The type of configuration :
Custom Models :
There are typically three types of configurations which do
require different rules and manufacturing instructions.
These are :
Sometimes called CTO or Configure To
Order). These are unique, configured
products that are specified, priced and
built for a named end user and are not
released as generally orderable parts. To
define a custom model, a bespoke
configuration tool is used which requires a
high level of technical expertise. Some
business partners are trained to use this
tool but many are not (at their choice, all
are given the option to receive training),
and therefore if an end user requires a
custom model an IBM Sales Specialists
usually leads the negotiation and defines
the model and price.
1 - "Standard" which are the announced and available part
number products;
2 - "Custom Model" (or CTO) which are single server models
that are built-to-order with non-standard configuration of
processor, memory, disk etc;
3 - "Integrated by IBM" (a sub-set of which will also be
“cluster-on” using x-config) which are configurations of
multiple servers, racks, networking and storage where IBM
is asked to assemble and cable them in manufacturing
before shipment.
- "Cluster-on" configurations are always Integrated by
IBM and require additional certifications and
processes.
- "Integrated by IBM" does not have to be a cluster
however. Typically "bundles" or software and services
combined with hardware, need to be Integrated by
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Configurator Tools - SSCT
A recommended tool for Europe
Configuration Tool
SSCT
(Standalone Solutions
Configurations Tool)
Configurator used extensively by
the channel. Product shipped as a
collection of parts to be configured
and assembled by the partner as
partner value add to the customer.
Primary System x solution for preconfigured models (MTM & P/N).
SSCT works in disconnected
(standalone) mode.
Provides IBM Flex System MTM &
PN piece parts configuration (BTO)
support in the HVEC value chain.
Where To
Find It
When To
Use It
How Often Is It
Updated
http://www03.ibm.com/system
s/x/hardware/conf
igtools.html
For all NON Cluster
standard
configuration
requirements.
There is a planned
release schedule, There
are normally two
releases per month.
HVEC PN Only for
simple to complex
nested
configurations. No
TMF’s.
Updates are also made
following announcements
on a Tuesday as
necessary.
Once downloaded
this tool can be
used offline.
This configurator is
suitable for all
products including
STANDARD
iDataPlex models
7912 - (22G, 42G &
62G ).
Brands
Users
Supported
System x, Entry Storage,
Software, Services,
BladeCenter & Flex System
BP's; Direct; EndUsers.
Help / Education
For This Tool
"ConfigTools/Raleigh/IBM“
[email protected]
Education:
XTW83 - Smart Zone
SSCT Directory - User’s Guide
& PPT
Products and prices are
updated daily via the
‘data update’ function.
At this stage there is no planned
sunset for SSCT.
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Configurator Tools – CTO / Blue Horizon R1
Configuration Tool
Where To Find It
When To Use It
IBM System x and
BladeCenter Power
Configurator
http://www03.ibm.com/systems/bladecent
er/resources/powerconfig.html
Power sizing for System x &
BladeCenter configurations,
including Rack Solutions and entry
Storage
Every 2-3 months.
[email protected]
CTO Launch Sites
http://www304.ibm.com/easyaccess/emeacto
For all NON Cluster configure to
order unique configurations.
Following announcements on a Tuesday
as necessary.
[email protected]
(Configure To Order – this is called Blue
Horizon R1 in Europe )
Sunset Plans – will be replaced on a
phased basis by IPC.
Supported Brands : System x ,
BladeCenter & Flex System
To be replaced in Germany by Blue
Harmony / IPC. Refer to updated
plan for latest dates.
Currently used in Europe for Easy
Access and Public stores. Used for
simple non-nested configurations.
Also, used by Partners to create
custom models. With IBM Flex
System user’s can create CTO
configurations (IBM Fulfillment) and
Custom Models.
How Often Is It
Updated
Help / Education
For This Tool
For all general queries and defects.
Miguel Angel Ramos J/Mexico/IBM“
where query relates to a recently
announced product.
Used by : BP's, Direct, & Large
Enterprise (Easy Access)
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Configurator Tools - PSAT
Configuration Tool
Where To Find
It
http://presalesadvisor.co
m/login.aspx
PSAT
(Pre Sales Advisor Tool)
Mostly used by the channel. Product
shipped as a collection of parts to be
configured and assembled by the
partner as partner value add to the
customer.
When To
Use It
For all NON Cluster
standard configuration
requirements.
HVEC 7-digit PN’s.
Used for ‘simple’
configurations.
How Often Is
It Updated
Following
announcements on a
Tuesday as necessary.
Brands
Users
Supported
System x, Entry Storage,
Software, Services, BC &
selected Flex Systems.
BP's primarily T1
& T2 &
Distributors; Also
used by IBM &
End-Users. B2B
(new)
Help /
Education For
This Tool
Education and video clips
available on the tools.
Chris
Cromack/Raleigh/Contr/IBM",
"ibmupdates@mercatosolutio
ns.co.uk"
This configurator is
suitable for all
products except
iDataPlex.
Used for System x
HVEC pre-configured
models. Used for
simple product
configuration. Provides
IBM Flex System
MTM & PN piece parts
configuration.
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Configurator Tools – x-config
Configuration Tool
x-config
CLUSTER OFF
x-config is used to support the configuration of
Linux Intelligent Cluster , CloudBurst and
iDataPlex systems. It is a disconnected
(standalone) tool.
Targeted to be the primary sales configurator
for System x Flex System & PureFlex System
CTO offerings . This is the only System x sales
configurator for Flex System V7000 Storage
node (MT 4939).
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**** Please note that the ability to configure
GAV’s ( std models ) will be removed from xconfig in March 2013. Users needing this
capability are requested to use the SSCT.
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Where To
Find It
When To Use It
https://www01.ibm.com/prod
ucts/hardware/co
nfigurator/americ
as/bhui/asit/instal
l.html
This configurator has two modes :
1 - CLUSTER ON or
2 – CLUSTER OFF
Brands
Users
Supported
Unless you have had Cluster On
training – DON’T USE IT in this
mode. In Cluster On mode it is used
for Integrated Solutions - iDataPlex,
SAP, Linux Cluster, etc.
In Cluster Off mode this
configurator can be used for System
x & BladeCenter CTO products simple to complex . Please note ****
System x, Entry Storage,
Services, Software ,
BladeCenter, Flex System
& PureFlex Systems
(System x only)
Please note ****
BP’s, IBM
For BPs, usage is
limited for the
Integrated
Solutions mode
(Cluster Support
On) ; usage is
growing for
General Purpose
mode (Cluster
Support Off)
This is the right configurator for
115W and 130W iDataPlex
configurations. These configurations
are only supported in x-config. CPOM
is only required for Cluster Support
ON configs.
x-config is the exclusive
configurator for some Storage,
Blades / Chassis / Flex.
How Often
Is It
Updated
Following announcements
on a Tuesday.
Help /
Education For
This Tool
[email protected]
Education - https://www01.ibm.com/products/hardwa
re/configurator/americas/bhui
/asit/help1.html
Help - Hours of service - 7 x
24 365, Support Location Bangalore, India Outside 303-262-5665 Option 3,
1.email [email protected]
http://w303.ibm.com/transform/works
mart/docs/IBM+System+x+a
nd+Cluster+Solutions+config
urator:+Help.html
More information where x-config is the exclusive configurator
In 2012 IBM has announced some products which will only be configurable in x-config. This affects SOME Idataplex models and SOME Flex models. You will need to configure these products in CLUSTER OFF mode in x-config, they are not
available in SSCT or other configurators.
Cluster support On’ mode - provides configuration support of the Intelligent Cluster solutions previously supported by the now sunset Advanced Solutions Integration Tool (ASIT). It is used for HA, HPC and intelligent cluster
applications largely.
DO NOT USE CLUSTER ON MODE IN x-config UNLESS YOU HAVE COMPLETED CLUSTER ON TRAINING
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Configurator Tools – others used in Europe
Configuration Tool
Sizing Guides
Where To Find It
When To Use It
http://www304.ibm.com/partnerworld/wps/si
zing/portal/search.jsp
How Often Is It
Updated
Help / Education
For This Tool
Following announcements on a Tuesday
as necessary.
XTW84 - Smart Zone
Sizing Guides Web site
IBM UPS Selector
http://powerquality.eaton.com/ibm
ups/
This UPS selector is a sizing tool
based on load capacity.
Following announcements on a Tuesday
as necessary
http://powerquality.eaton.com/ibmup
s/
COG
http://www03.ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/c
onfigtools.html
This is not an interactive configurator
as such but more of a guide to show
each product and its possible options.
Following announcements on a Tuesday
as necessary.
[email protected]
( Configuration & Options Guide)
PDF document and HTML Web site used
for System x HVEC MTM’s, also supports
SEO options & provides Feature Code
(FC) conversion. It is used to validate
configurations. Updated with IBM Flex
System.
It holds information on HVEC part
numbers and TMF information.
Covers : System x, Entry Storage,
BladeCenter & Flex System
Used extensively by : BPs, IBM, EndUsers
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