In the previous blog post, we look at IBM Power Security Assessment; today let us look at the Power Systems Health check.
What is IBM Power Systems Health Check?
A systems health check provides a rapid review of your current infrastructure environment focused on identifying hardware, firmware systems software and storage issues. It helps you proactively identify potential single points of hardware failure and identify operating system and other system software exposures.
Who should consider a Power Systems Health Check?
If you are running Power Systems, particularly older systems that may not have been upgraded recently, this is something you should consider. There are many other use cases for this service. For example:
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You want to ensure that your Power Systems servers are running according to best practices
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You want to better protect business-critical processes against potential issues
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You are running an older release of AIX, IBM i or Linux and want to understand the potential implications for your business
What does the health check service include?
Our team of experienced IBM Power experts will perform a comprehensive review of the health of your Power System server, including but not limited to:
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Analyze details of hardware and virtualization configuration, VIOS, HMC, FSP, firmware, identifying issues and potential single points of failure
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Analyze details of operating system levels (IBM AIX, IBM i, Linux) and Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) and patch/fix maintenance practices and procedures
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Analyze system networking security settings
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Review backup and recovery processes and procedures
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Analyze HA/DR strategy, documentation of processes and procedures, including planned testing of HA/DR plans
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Document and advise you with a summary of findings and observations, providing in-depth recommendations for potential adjustments and remediation, if necessary, to improve overall system health
What you can expect from the Health Check:
You will receive the result of the health check in the form of a detailed report that includes observations and recommendations that have:
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Detailed report on the health of your Power Systems
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Risk assessment for potential issues with your Power Systems servers and system software
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Recommendations for addressing any identified issues
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Guidance on best practices for maintaining your Power Systems infrastructure
Benefits for IBM Power Systems Health Check:
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Our Power Systems Health Check helps you proactively identify single points of failure and potential risks that may affect your infrastructure operation and availability
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Receive recommendations that are based on the findings and align with your business objectives
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Gain confidence that you are leveraging best practices for your Power Systems infrastructure.
Just like an annual health check with your doctor, a health check for your IBM Power Systems will identify areasof concern on the infrastructure that your business depends on. Blair Technology Solutions is an IBM Platinum Partner with a strong foundation in IBM Power Systems. Our fully certified team employs knowledge and expertise to manage your IBM Power Systems, allowing maximum optimization to run the most complex and demanding workloads. Contact us to schedule a health check for your IBM Power Systems today.
