i5/OS software reference

 

This topic contains a collection of supporting information about the concepts and tasks related to upgrading or installing i5/OS^® software.

• Licensed program releases and sizes
  The following licensed programs are available this release and are compatible with the i5/OS operating system.

• Estimates for i5/OS software installation time
  It is difficult to accurately estimate the amount of time needed to install a new release of software. Many variables combine to create a unique set of circumstances for each system. Use this information to help you estimate the time it will take to install your new i5/OS release.

• Installation devices and media
  These devices can be used to install the i5/OS release.

• i5/OS release interoperability
  A system interoperates with another system when you exchange data or when you save and restore objects. Review the supported combinations of OS/400^® and i5/OS releases.

• Installation notes about the i5/OS release
  This information describes miscellaneous requirements or changes to the i5/OS release.

• Media labels and their contents
  This information lists the optical media that you receive with your i5/OS order.

• Feature codes for national language version
  Use this table to locate the appropriate i5/OS feature code for your primary or secondary language.

• Blank displays
  During an i5/OS installation, you will see blank displays at times.

• Using D-mode IPL to refresh the vital product data
  If you installed or upgraded to a POWER6™ model and are starting the system for the first time, follow these steps to start your system and locate the load source.

• System password
  The system password identifies all model changes to help maintain the quality and integrity of the system. The system password also ensures the protection of IBM's intellectual property, including IBM^® Licensed Internal Code and licensed programs.

• Installed status values
  Use these values to determine whether you can use a software product or whether upgrade a licensed program.

• Options on the Prepare for Install menu
  Use this information to understand the different i5/OS functions on the Prepare for Install menu.

• Options on Work with Licensed Programs menu
  Use this information to determine when and how you can use these options.

 

Parent topic:

Installing, upgrading, or deleting i5/OS and related software