Basic system operations

The iSeries™ server is a versatile, powerful, and easy-to-use system. However, many of the functions and features of this environment are specific to IBM^® and the iSeries, and might not be familiar to people who are more familiar with a Windows^® or UNIX^® operating system.

This topic introduces some of the key concepts and tasks required for iSeries basic operations. Many of these topics provide an introduction and example, and then suggest further resources for more detailed or advanced information.

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• iSeries basic operations
  Use this topic to find procedures and supporting information for common system tasks.
• Start and stop the server
  The iSeries server is well known for rarely needing to be stopped or restarted. However, some maintenance items or system changes may require that the iSeries server stop processing and go through an initial program load (IPL). Stopping and starting the iSeries must be done carefully. Use this topic to review requirements and options for this process.
• i5/OS concepts
  Learn about the essential components of the iSeries server, including the basics of work management, how to interact with the operating system, and system maintenance.
• Analyze and report system problems
  Use this information to help you solve some basic system problems and references for getting additional help.
• Related information for Basic system operations
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