Installing fixes

 

Use this topic to find applicable scenario information about installing i5/OS^® fixes and then follow the steps required to install the fixes successfully.

Each of theses tasks describes a specific part of the process for installing fixes. This topic is based on the use of the Install PTF (INSPTF) command or option 8 from the GO PTF menu.

Whether you are installing fixes on single systems, remote systems, or systems with logical partitions, follow a series of steps to effectively install your fixes.

• Step 1: Reviewing fix cover letters prior to fix installation
  Determine if there are any special instructions that you should be aware of before you install your fixes.

• Step 2: Preparing the system to install fixes
  To ensure a successful installation of i5/OS fixes on your system, perform these preparation steps.

• Step 3: Choosing your fix installation scenario
  You can install many types of fixes, which include cumulative PTF packages, HIPER fixes, i5/OS and other licensed program fixes, and fixes for the Licensed Internal Code.

• Step 4: Verifying fix installation
  To verify that your i5/OS fix installation is successful, follow these procedures.

• Advanced procedures for fix installation
  This topic introduces the advanced topics of loading and applying i5/OS PTFs. You will also learn how to create your own fix package from CD-ROM and how to create a fix package to a virtual image.

 

Parent topic:

Using software fixes