Abstract
This IBM Redbooks publication can help you install, tailor, and configure the new IBM
PowerHA Version 7.2.7, and understand new and improved features such as migrations,
cluster administration, and advanced topics like utilizing Resource Optimized High Availability
(ROHA), creating a cross site LVM stretched campus cluster, and running PowerHA System
Mirror in the IBM Power Virtual Server environment.
With this book, you can gain a broad understanding of the IBM PowerHA SystemMirror®
architecture. If you plan to install, migrate, or administer a high availability cluster, this book is
right for you.
This book can help IBM AIX professionals who seek a comprehensive and task-oriented
guide for developing the knowledge and skills required for PowerHA cluster design,
implementation, and daily system administration. It provides a combination of theory and
practical experience.
This book is targeted toward technical professionals (consultants, technical support staff, IT
architects, and IT specialists) who are responsible for providing high availability solutions and
support with the IBM PowerHA SystemMirror Standard on IBM POWER® systems.
Table of Contents
Part 1. Introduction
Chapter 1. Introduction to PowerHA SystemMirror for AIX
Chapter 2. High availability components
Part 2. Planning, installation, and migration
Chapter 3. Planning
Chapter 4. Installation and configuration
Chapter 5. Migration
Part 3. Cluster administration
Chapter 6. Cluster maintenance
Chapter 7. Cluster management
Chapter 8. Cluster security
Part 4. Advanced topics, with examples
Chapter 9. PowerHA and PowerVM
Chapter 10. Extending resource group capabilities
Chapter 11. Customizing resources and events
Chapter 12. Network considerations
Chapter 13. Cross-Site LVM stretched campus cluster
Chapter 14. PowerHA and PowerVS
Chapter 15. GLVM wizard
Appendix A. Paper planning worksheets
Appendix B. Cluster Test Tool log
Special Notices
The material included in this document is in DRAFT form and is provided 'as is' without warranty of any kind. IBM is not responsible for the accuracy or completeness of the material, and may update the document at any time. The final, published document may not include any, or all, of the material included herein. Client assumes all risks associated with Client's use of this document.