Search400: iSeries news and advice

V6R1 upgrade planning checklist

Steve Pitcher, Contributor — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:23:19 EST

When upgrading to V6R1, make sure your software will be supported, your programs will function and the correct PTFs have been installed.

Connecting multiple iSeries systems through DDM

Andrew Borts, Contributor — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:03:18 EST

Working with databases over multiple iSeries systems can be simple when remotely connecting logical partitions with distributed data management (DDM).

IBM i security tightening: Preventing data theft

Rich Loeber — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:58:03 EST

A firewall should be the first line of defense to protect your IBM i system, but not the only security measure you take. Rich Loeber counsels you to not ignore the enemy within. Build strong object level controls and restrict *ALLJOB access.

Bundling multiple one-page reports from IBM i into single document

Chip Milosch — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:18:58 EST

To print a single document with all of the one page reports generated by the iSeries you need to first create a program that bundles all the individual spool files into a single spool file.

A power-handling CL program for multiple IBM i servers

Steve Pitcher, Contributor — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:53:51 EST

Rather than connecting your AS/400's to their own separate UPSs, find out how one UPS, one cable and a CL program can manage all your power-handling needs.

Analyze the health of your IBM i server with iScore

Steve Pitcher, Contributor — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:08:41 EST

While more comprehensive services exist, iScore from Vision Solutions offers a free and general introductory analysis of your system's health.

Printing from the iSeries

Search400.com Staff — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:06:09 EST

Printing is a critical process in any organization's application flow, so keeping your iSeries printer up and running is a must. We've gathered some of the top expert advice, tips and articles to help you print and distribute your data and reports to your users. These resources will guide you through the printing process, as well as advise you should you run into any problems.

Researching high availability for your System i shop

Paula Johnson, Contributor — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:05:12 EST

Interested in a high availability solution for the AS/400? Before you delve into implementation, do your due diligence and ensure that your environment has the proper policies, resources and protocols in place.

Security considerations for IBM i backups

Rich Loeber — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:52:49 EST

Backups need to be just as physically secure as the System i. Managing a log system for backup tapes, retiring old tapes, and validating third-party storage services are part of what it takes to ensure security with your AS/400 backups.

System i admins await upcoming IBM i OS features

Mark Fontecchio, News Writer — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:08:33 EST

XML support for DB2, better solid-state disk management and better spool file support are some of the features in the new System i operating system that pros are anxious to test.