The purpose of this blog is to highlight the 3 most common IBM i security vulnerabilities and what you can do about it. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use the terms interchangeably to make it easy for folks to find this information on the web. IBM i has a well-earned reputation for being one of the most reliable, secure platforms on the planet. Even so, many IBM i users may be unaware of vulnerabilities. I have been researching IBM i … [Read more...]
IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Security – Policies And Procedures BEFORE Technology
The purpose of this blog is to highlight several key elements for a secure IBM i environment. As you will read, policies and procedures should precede technology to achieve the best results. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easier for folks to find this kind of information on the web. IT security is a HOT topic. The risks of security breach and loss of critical/confidential data are potentially … [Read more...]
R2D2 Is Alive And Well – Inside Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400)
Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use them interchangeably so folks can easily find fun stuff like this on the web. R2D2? That little dome-headed “droid” that always kept the Star Wars heroes one step ahead of big trouble? Well, not exactly. The one we’re talking about doesn’t roll around, nor does he chirp. But unlike the movie version, ours is real. He lives inside your iSeries/AS400 and he spends his life keeping you out of trouble…with never so … [Read more...]
Solid State Drives (SSDs) vs Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) – What Is Best For My Next IBM i (iSeries/AS400) POWER Server?
The purpose of this blog is to highlight key distinctions between SSDs and HDDs for IBM i servers. Also, to suggest that some IBM Enterprise POWER users may wish to consider an Express POWER server with SSDs. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use them interchangeably to make it easy for folks to find this information on the web. SSDs are faster than HDDs – just more expensive. Even so, over the years SSDs have become less expensive and more … [Read more...]
What You May Not Know About IBM i (iSeries/AS400) HWMA And SWMA For Software Support
The purpose of this blog is to highlight a subtle yet important nuance that IBM HWMA and SWMA users need to know. Disclaimer: IBM AS400 and iSeries are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make is easy for folks to find this kind of information on the web. I am a big fan of IBM support to keep your server current. As you may now be aware, IBM provides Technology Refreshes (TRs) to make it simpler and less expensive to keep your system current with … [Read more...]
IBM Announced 8202-E4D End Of Service Is 12-31-20. Your 4 Options When IBM Stops 8202-E4D Support.
Please be aware that IBM has announced that they intend to withdraw hardware maintenance (HWMA) for your 8202-E4D effective December 31, 2020. Review Your Options And Start Planning For The End Of Your IBM 8202-E4D HWMA. When IBM 8202-E4D HWMA expires, here are your choices: 1) Do Nothing. Run your server until you get an error or it fails and then reach out to a 3rd party maintenance company to fix it when it breaks. 2) Get IBM Extended HWMA (when available) or 3rd Party … [Read more...]
Who Tracks Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400) HWMA And SWMA Expirations So You Have Continuous Coverage?
The purpose of this blog is to stress the importance of monitoring the renewal of your support agreements. Often, IT departments are so swamped that these renewals can get overlooked. Ideally, your Business Partner gives you 90-120 day advance notice so you have plenty of time to get them renewed. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are IBM servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use them interchangeably to make it easy for folks to find related information on the web. If you are like most of … [Read more...]
IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Hosting Agreements Are Very Different Than Most Cloud Hosting Agreements
The purpose of this blog is to clarify terms and conditions of cloud hosting agreements, and the differences hosting IBM i vs other platforms. Clarity is essential to a good hosting experience. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are server brand names. IBM i an operating system, like OS400. I use these terms interchangeably to help researchers more easily find what they are looking for on the web. Let me begin with I believe agreements that clearly explain each party’s responsibilities and … [Read more...]
Yikes! IBM i (iSeries/AS400) POWER Servers Without Support?
The purpose of this blog is to highlight the risk of running an IBM POWER server without support. While the IBM POWER servers are exceptionally reliable, unexpected downtime without adequate support and backup can delay recovery for days…if at all. AND, it can be VERY EXPENSIVE. Whatever savings some executive thought was to be gained can evaporate compared to the cost of recovery. Disclaimer: AS400 and iSeries are IBM servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use them interchangeably to make … [Read more...]
IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Disaster Recovery Testing. Are You Skipping This Crucial Step To Complete Disaster Recovery?
The purpose of this blog is to stress the importance of Disaster Recovery testing. What made this topic important to me is that recently we completed a DR test for one of our clients. The DR test revealed that their system backup was bad, which came as a shock to the client. Understandably, the client was unhappy to pay for the test only to learn their DR plan could not work because the backup was bad. So, let’s stress the importance of understanding how to do a clean backup. I have included … [Read more...]
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