This IBM® Redbooks® publication introduces a technical overview of the main new features, functions and enhancements available in IBM i 6.1 (formerly called i5/OS® V6R1). It gives a summary and brief explanation of new capabilities and what has changed in the operating system, and also discusses many of the licensed programs and application development tools associated with IBM i.

Many other new and enhanced functions are described, such as virtualization of storage, security, Java™ performance, improved performance with IBM System Storage™ devices, backup and recovery, including base IBM i, Backup, Recovery and Media Services (BRMS). The book introduces the PowerHA™ product, IBM Systems Director-based system management and an easier Web enablement.

The information provided in this book will be useful for customers, Business Partners, and IBM service professionals involved with planning, supporting, upgrading, and implementing IBM i 6.1 solutions.

Chapter 1. IBM i 6.1 introduction and summary

Chapter 2. Security enhancements

Chapter 3. Backup and recovery

Chapter 4. High availability

Chapter 5. Database

Chapter 6. Performance

Chapter 7. Logical partitioning

Chapter 8. Networking

Chapter 9. Printing

Chapter 10. Integration with BladeCenter and System x

Chapter 11. IBM Advanced Job Scheduler for i5/OS

Chapter 12. Web serving

Chapter 13. Web enablers

Chapter 14. Application development

Chapter 15. Rational products for IBM i

Chapter 16. IBM Systems Director Navigator for i

Chapter 17. System i Access products

Chapter 18. Miscellaneous IBM i 6.1 changes

Chapter 19. Upgrading IBM i

Chapter 20. IVM and HMC feature summary