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IBM z16 (3931) Technical Guide

An IBM Redbooks publication

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Published on 28 September 2022, updated 12 March 2024

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ISBN-10: 0738460788
ISBN-13: 9780738460789
IBM Form #: SG24-8951-00


Authors: Octavian Lascu, Ewerson Palacio, Bill White, Makus Ertl, Jannie Houlbjerg, Hervey Kamga, Gerard Laumay, Slav Martinski, Kazuhiro Nakajima, Martijn Raave, Paul Schouten, Anna Shugol, Andre Spahni, John Troy, Roman Vogt and Bo Xu

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    Abstract

    This IBM® Redbooks® publication describes the features and functions of the latest member of the IBM Z® platform that was built with the IBM Telum processor: the IBM z16™ (machine type 3931). It includes information about the IBM z16 processor design, I/O innovations, security features, and supported operating systems.

    The IBM Z platform is recognized for its security, resiliency, performance, and scale. It is relied on for mission-critical workloads and as an essential element of hybrid cloud infrastructures. The IBM z16 server adds capabilities and value with innovative technologies that are needed to accelerate the digital transformation journey.

    The IBM z16 is a state-of-the-art data and transaction system that delivers advanced capabilities, which are vital to any digital transformation. The IBM z16 is designed for enhanced modularity, which is in an industry standard footprint.

    This system excels at the following tasks:

    • Providing AI inference with Integrated Accelerator for Artificial Intelligence
    • Making use of multicloud integration services
    • Securing data with pervasive encryption
    • Accelerating digital transformation with agile service delivery
    • Transforming a transactional platform into a data powerhouse
    • Getting more out of the platform with IT Operational Analytics
    • Accelerating digital transformation with agile service delivery
    • Revolutionizing business processes
    • Blending open source and IBM Z technologies

    This book explains how this system uses new innovations and traditional IBM Z strengths to satisfy growing demand for cloud, analytics, and open source technologies. With the IBM z16 as the base, applications can run in a trusted, reliable, and secure environment that improves operations and lessens business risk.

    Table of Contents

    Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM z16

    Chapter 2. Central processor complex hardware components

    Chapter 3. Central processor complex design

    Chapter 4. Central processor complex I/O structure

    Chapter 5. Central processor complex channel subsystem

    Chapter 6. Cryptographic features

    Chapter 7. Operating system support

    Chapter 8. System upgrades

    Chapter 9. Reliability, availability, and serviceability

    Chapter 10. Hardware Management Console and Support Element

    Chapter 11. Environmental requirements

    Chapter 12. Performance and capacity planning

    Appendix A. Channel options

    Appendix B. IBM Z Integrated Accelerator for AI

    Appendix C. IBM Integrated Accelerator for zEnterprise Data Compression

    Appendix D. Tailored Fit Pricing and IBM Z Flexible Capacity for Cyber Resiliency

    Appendix E. Frame configurations Power Distribution Units and Bulk Power Assembly-based systems

     

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