IBM Z - Hardware Models - z16

Duration

3 hours

Overview

This course introduces the IBM z16 mainframe server, describing its capabilities and new features. It then focuses on the key z16 hardware components and the I/O structure used to transport data through the system.

Audience

This course is for Operators, System Programmers, or System Administrators that require a technical understanding of the IBM z16 mainframe, its components, and how it processes data.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of the IBM Z - Introduction to the IBM Z Systems course, or similar knowledge.

Objectives

After completing this course the student will be able to:

• Describe the improvements introduced with the z16
• List the main components of the z16, and their purpose
• Describe the technology used to move data through a z16 mainframe

Course Content

z16 Components

z16 frame configuration
Frame components
Cooling options
Power facilities
Power estimation tool
CPC processor drawers
Dual chip module
Processor configuration
Memory

IBM Z - Hardware Models - z16 Mastery Test