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Blade Centre

XTR14A      Course duration (days): 3
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London (SE1) 03/09/08 £ 1,400
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Also known as: XTR14AGB

About this class

Receive an in-depth understanding of the design and technology of each of IBM's new BladeCenter(TM) systems and components that can be used to create a blade-based solution. Also, learn how to install and configure the new IBM - xSeries thus enabling them to deliver hardware and software support to their customers.

Who will the lesson benefit?

This is an intermediate course for individuals with responsibility for technical marketing, product implementation, and technology exploitation of xSeries solutions .

What delegates will learn

Describe the IBM - BladeCenter modular concept and the reasons for its existence

  • List the models and the options
  • Understand the key advantages of the IBM - BladeCenter offering
  • Describe features and functions of the modules and options
  • Explain mechanical and architectural characteristics
  • Describe and use the tools available to configure the IBM - BladeCenter
  • Describe and exploit the interaction of the IBM - BladeCenter and IBM Director 4.0 and the related features
  • Provide an overview of specific requirements for the installation of the supported operating systems
  • Experience some potential deployment scenarios where the IBM - BladeCenter can be utilized

Contents of this class

Introduction to Blades

  • Mechanicals and architecture
  • Deployment tools and system management
  • OS installation (remote and local methods)
  • Potential deployment scenarios
  • Locations and Removals
  • HS20 local setup
  • Configuring the IBM BladeCenter using the standalone tools
  • IBM Director 4.0 and BladeCenter