Partitioning with an iSeries Server

Use this information if you plan to use iSeries™ Navigator for managing i5/OS™ logical partitions.

This information steps you through the logical partition process, from creation to management.

• Printable PDF
  Use this to view and print a PDF of this information.
• Logical partition concepts
  Use this information to get the technical facts about logical partitions to find out what you need to know about your hardware, and to discover the multiple uses you can get from logical partitions.
• Logical and guest partition scenarios
  Read logical and guest partition scenarios to understand how a partitioned server can be configured and used.
• Plan for logical partitions
  Understand the hardware and software requirements needed to successfully implement logical partitions. Read and go through the preorder tasks of completing the planning work sheet.
• Create logical partitions
  Find information about the iSeries Navigator wizard that guides you through the process of creating logical partitions on your server.
• Manage logical partitions
  Find all the information you need to manage your logical partitions. Access your logical partition information, and find instructions on restarting and powering down individual logical partitions. Also, use the information to change your logical partition configuration, manage security, and change processing resources.
• Troubleshoot logical partitions
  Resolve logical partition errors efficiently using the troubleshooting advisor. You can also determine whether the server having problems has logical partitions so that you can more quickly find a solution.