This session will illustrate the requirements and steps for building a Multi-Architecture solution with Red Hat OpenShift, running it on IBM Z, in z/OS zCX or IBM LinuxONE and the Points of Value for such solutions.
This presentation is intended for our student attendees as a general introduction to the mainframe. I cover what is a mainframe, examples of who uses the IBM Z Systems, and recommendations on how to pursue a career around the mainframe.
An overview changes introduced with z/VM 7.4, the most recent release of z/VM as well as an overview of recent functional enhancements of z/VM 7.3 and published statement of directions for the next z/VM releases.
In this session we will review the motivation of Sub-Capacity pricing, current process with hints and tips and at the end show, explore and get your feedback on some enhancements we are working on, hopefully to make your life easier
In this four-part hands-on lab you choose hands-on lab exercises from one of these options: z/VM 7.4 SSI Installation and Configuration, z/VM Upgrade Installation from 7.3 to 7.4, Implement z/VM 7.3 Centralized Service Managment, clone an existing z/VM 7.3 SSI member to create a new member in slot 8, implement z/VM Datapump, DPM and KVM (modify a dpm partition, install Ubuntu 24.04 as a KVM host, install virtual machines) Most of these choices will take the full number of session slots, so it will not be possible to complete multiple labs. Each lab selection comes with a comprehensive lab workbook that provides step by step instructions and will be useful as a reference later. This session is intended for both beginners in z/VM and those who may have familiarity with z/VM but need a refresher.
GDPS is IBM's premier continuous availability and disaster recovery solution for managing z/OS, z/VM, and Linux on IBM Z and their data, both within and across sites. In addition to the array of tightly integrated capabilities associated with IBM Z and data, GDPS extends its reach to heterogeneous platforms for end-to-end availability and recovery management. In this session we provide you with an update on the exciting new features and functions added in the latest release of GDPS, Including new products and the brand new V4R8
Updates on CSI International Development This presentation will bring our z/VSE and VSEn customers up to date on new and important progress from CSI International. With the new announcement of the z17, CSI has been working hard to provide new and comprehensive advances. This presentation will highlight CSI International’s continued commitment to the z/VSE and VSEn platform. We will explore all the exciting changes and enhancements available for TCP/IP. Addressing stronger support for security, TLS, and dynamic adjustments to deal with internet attacks. Z/Cobol is our newest addition to our catalogue of tools and features available for the VSE. We will go over the progress of the Beta process and provide details of some of the advanced features available in this new language. Data Miner Dash is a fast and easy way to examine data or produce reports with a minimal effort. We will go through what is new with this product and discuss some of the many success stories from the industry. Network Folding has been incorporated into our new Network Appliance, allowing a wider range of implementation. This new produce significantly reduces network congestion in VSE and many other adjacent platforms.
I tell the story of migrating a heavily customized z/VM 7.2 in a CSE configuration to z/VM 7.3 SSI, and the challenges experienced. Join me to hear my tales of woe, of sleepless nights and lessons learned. I'll share some new techniques I picked up along the way and hopefully entertain you for about an hour.
This session is a case study approach to the problem of implementing a disaster recovery scheme for z/VM systems. The methods demonstrated use IBM-branded tools (IBM Operations Manager, Tape Manager, Backup and Restore Manager for z/VM) though the underlying concepts can be addressed using other solutions.
In this four-part hands-on lab you choose hands-on lab exercises from one of these options: z/VM 7.4 SSI Installation and Configuration, z/VM Upgrade Installation from 7.3 to 7.4, Implement z/VM 7.3 Centralized Service Managment, clone an existing z/VM 7.3 SSI member to create a new member in slot 8, implement z/VM Datapump, DPM and KVM (modify a dpm partition, install Ubuntu 24.04 as a KVM host, install virtual machines) Most of these choices will take the full number of session slots, so it will not be possible to complete multiple labs. Each lab selection comes with a comprehensive lab workbook that provides step by step instructions and will be useful as a reference later. This session is intended for both beginners in z/VM and those who may have familiarity with z/VM but need a refresher.
This session will start with a brief overview of all available Linux distributions on the IBM Z and LinuxONE platforms, adding existing and upcoming features that are currently developed by IBM and the open source community. It will illustrate how to apply them effectively, and what aspects to pay attention to, for maximum benefit. The presentation will address both, IBM Z and LinuxONE-specific features, as well as platform-independent developments, and will end with the latest news on KVM on the platform.
To those who are new to the Mainframe ecosystem, where do you start? In this session, we will cover the availability of several commercial courses designed specifically for the mainframe environment. ProTech Training offers both customized private classes taught just to your team or scheduled public classes. For your convenience, these classes are taught in-person either in a live classroom environment or online virtually. The courses range from beginner, intermediate to advanced levels, and provide in-depth coverage of both z/VM, Linux on z, and VSE. Come hear a review of one of these ProTech courses from a novice mainframer’s perspective
Corporate security guidelines are constantly being modernized, but most of the time once a security rule has been created, they are hardly ever updated. This should make you think – are you really still security compliant. Come join us, as we offer best practices to help you become more security aware and proficient.
If you have not yet heard about the IBM z/VM Express System Install project, this session will cover the concept, how it came to be, and what has been included so far. Speakers from IBM's zAcceleration, WW LinuxONE Client Success, and Washington Systems Center will cover the details explaining why the ESI deployment bundle for z/VM is becoming so popular and how much time it can save you on your journey to hybrid cloud. Discover just how quick and easy deploying z/VM can really be! We will also cover what has been added, improved, or enhanced due to the recent GA of z/VM 7.4. The ESI project team also wants to hear from customers in the session about what you would like to see potentially added to the ESI bundle going forward.
In this four-part hands-on lab you choose hands-on lab exercises from one of these options: z/VM 7.4 SSI Installation and Configuration, z/VM Upgrade Installation from 7.3 to 7.4, Implement z/VM 7.3 Centralized Service Managment, clone an existing z/VM 7.3 SSI member to create a new member in slot 8, implement z/VM Datapump, DPM and KVM (modify a dpm partition, install Ubuntu 24.04 as a KVM host, install virtual machines) Most of these choices will take the full number of session slots, so it will not be possible to complete multiple labs. Each lab selection comes with a comprehensive lab workbook that provides step by step instructions and will be useful as a reference later. This session is intended for both beginners in z/VM and those who may have familiarity with z/VM but need a refresher.
Wondering if Open Source is right for you and your organization? Don't know what you don't know? Is it myth or fact? Let the experts from within the Open Mainframe Project help you weed it all out. Fact or fiction, we will help you understand why Open Source IS right for you and your organization.
Attend this session to learn a streamlined approach to implementing z/VM performance monitoring. We’ll start with the basics of enabling monitor data collection and the z/VM Performance Toolkit, move on to the process of enabling IBM OMEGAMON for z/VM and Linux, and finish with a review of setting up the z/VM Performance Data Pump.
With the growth of container technologies and focus on OpenShift, this session describes the Openshift and Kubernetes architecture, and container performance management. To manage performance, it is important to be able to understand how it works and how to measure the consumption of an OpenShift implementation. This session looks at how to see what is happening inside OpenShift and how to meet capacity planning, chargeback and performance analysis requirements. Both Linux on z and zCX will be addressed.
In this session we will show how to setup OpenSSL on 21CS VSEn with the three TCP/IP stacks, CSI, BSI and LFP. This presentation can also be used as Step-by-Step guide for future reference
In this four-part hands-on lab you choose hands-on lab exercises from one of these options: z/VM 7.4 SSI Installation and Configuration, z/VM Upgrade Installation from 7.3 to 7.4, Implement z/VM 7.3 Centralized Service Managment, clone an existing z/VM 7.3 SSI member to create a new member in slot 8, implement z/VM Datapump, DPM and KVM (modify a dpm partition, install Ubuntu 24.04 as a KVM host, install virtual machines) Most of these choices will take the full number of session slots, so it will not be possible to complete multiple labs. Each lab selection comes with a comprehensive lab workbook that provides step by step instructions and will be useful as a reference later. This session is intended for both beginners in z/VM and those who may have familiarity with z/VM but need a refresher.
Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform provides the foundation for containerized workloads on IBM Z and LinuxONE . Join us for the latest news, enhancements, and use cases available with Red Hat Openshift.
Wish you had file transfer between your systems like RSCS gave you, but don't want the hassle of maintaining store-and-forward topology? Want an alternative to having to put passwords into your FTP jobs? Come hear how VFILE from VSSI enables RSCS-like (sender initiated, no password on the recipient required) file transfer with lower managerial complexity and increased connectivity! Now, your Linux, Windows, z/OS, z/VM and other platforms can participate in sender-initiated file transfers without having to know your entire network layout or use proprietary protocols. VFILE uses open internet protocols to do its work, without having to maintain BITNET-style tables of next hosts for file and message transfer. With VFILE, you can accept files from across the world - OR NOT - it's your decision to make! With flexible ACCEPT and DENY list processing, you can quickly configure to accept files from only pre-approved hosts, dynamically altered and easily implemented. Come see the next generation of sender-initiated file transfer, with VFILE! Coming soon from VSSI
The Eli Madison Memorial Apprenticeship (EMMA) is a mainframe focused apprenticeship program. It uses the traditional apprenticeship model for technical roles. We feel this is THE solution to the "mainframe skills shortage" and have buy in from industry and the community at large. Currently involved are 3 mainframe ISVs, 185 apprentices, 6 university professors at 5 universities, and 8 full time volunteers. EMMA is ready to do business.
VSE platform is this year 60 years "young"! We want to celebrate with customers and vendors with a history journey how it started, evolved, where we are and where we are going. So come an join to share your stories from the past and also current stories and what you wish for the future.
New to supporting z/VM? This session covers the basics of troubleshooting and data collection when things go wrong to help IBM help you. Learn how to identify common issues, gather the right diagnostics (like dumps and logs), and avoid common pitfalls in paging, storage, and system configuration.
This is a story about our teams two year search for a way to save the planet by using a low cost modular passive device to improve data center cooling efficiency. We have studied everything from why curve balls curve to how camel fur works to find a solution which can reduce cooling cost 2-5% with the added bonus of savings on maintenance. It hasn't been easy as the things most would consider to be practical common sense ideas did not work as expected. Using computer visualization and simulation with in the field live testing with some AI optimization we found a champion. We are excited to tell you about our adventurous journey through trial and error which led to finding this unique solution. If you seek the revolutionary and not the evolutionary we would love to have a discussion with you and your team.
Join us in this session as Bill Bitner sits down with VM Community members Rick Barlow, Richard Lewis, and Rick Troth to hear their stories. Find out how they got into the z/VM space, what surprises they found, and how they grew their knowledge of VM. When we tell our stories and we listen to others tell their stories, we often learn that we're not alone. We're much better together.
Attend this session to learn a streamlined approach to implementing z/VM performance monitoring. We’ll start with the basics of enabling monitor data collection and the z/VM Performance Toolkit, move on to the process of enabling IBM OMEGAMON for z/VM and Linux, and finish with a review of setting up the z/VM Performance Data Pump.
