Planning to install a new I/O adapter
A new I/O adapter installation causes changes to the server resources.
If this new I/O adapter installation requires adding a new expansion unit, new bus numbers are assigned to the primary partition by default and need to be assigned to the correct partition before the partition can be powered on.
Some new resource names might be created. The new resource names need to be reassigned or renamed as appropriate.
Before you start the new I/O adapter installation or resource name planning, these items are required:
- Valid output from the Logical Partition Validation Tool (LVT). Use the LVT tool with your IBM® marketing representative or business partner during the order process. Print the LVT output before beginning the expansion unit conversion procedures.
- A current backup of the data on all partitions of the server. Use the GO SAVE option 21 procedure to back up all partitions of the server. This is vital for recovery should you experience errors during the expansion unit conversion.
These procedures assume a familiarity with the iSeries™ server and a high level of experience with logical partitions.
Parent topic:
Adding a new I/O adapter on a partitioned serverNext topic: Preparing to install a new I/O adapterRelated concepts
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Preparing to install a new I/O adapter Convert expansion units for a partitioned server Performing a complete save using the GO SAVE checklistRelated information
LVT tool