Specifications

6 Optimizing IBM Netfinity Servers for SAP R/3 and Windows NT
1.1.2.1 Netfinity Manager
The Netfinity Manager Software is included in every delivered IBM PC Server and
Netfinity Server. Netfinity Manager is a powerful system management tool that
runs on IBM and non-IBM machines. You can manage your workstations and
servers locally or remotely over your network, a serial link or even the World Wide
Web. It always gives you current information about the status of your machines.
1.1.2.2 Predictive Failure Analysis
Netfinity server components include predictive failure analysis (PFA), which
warns you about impending hardware defects before they occur. This gives you
more time to plan actions to solve a hardware problem. You can get PFA alerts
from hard disks, power supplies and fans. These components are hot-swappable
in some Netfinity servers so you can change them without powering down the
machine. If a PFA error occurs, the Netfinity Manager will send you an alert.
1.1.2.3 Advanced System Management Adapter
The Advanced System Management Adapter (ASMA) gives you, together with the
Netfinity Manager, the possibility to check your system status even when your
system is down.
The Advanced System Management Adapter has a built-in service processor and
two serial ports. It works independently of your system. It keeps you informed
about the status of your systems and send you alerts if a hardware defect occur.
The ASMA card has its own error log to check what has happened when your
system goes down.
The ASMA card will recover your system automatically if it hangs. You can also
power off and power on your system remotely and monitor the power-on self-test
(POST) with the Netfinity Manager.
1.1.3 Service
• With your Netfinity 7000 you get an industry-leading three-year onsite limited
warranty and 90-day startup support.
• IBM offers worldwide 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and 365 days per
year service and support. IBM provides the Tech Connect Program for
business and customer training and information.
• IBM has a worldwide presence and competence in the SAP R/3 business.
There are more than 26 international and regional IBM SAP Competency
Centers worldwide. The IBM SAP Competency Centers do sizing and
configuration support for SAP R/3. More than 4000 SAP R/3 experts are
working for IBM worldwide. The IBM Global Service organization for SAP R/3
is incomparable. IBM provides seamless support, from initial consulting to
installing, implementing and training of the SAP R/3 system.
• There are thousands of experienced PC Business Partners worldwide who
give excellent support and service to customers on R/3 systems.
• IBM SystemXtra bundles technologies, network and support services,
software, training and financing into a comprehensive, cost-effective solution
package for customers.
You will find more information about SystemXtra on the World Wide Web at
http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/systemxtra/systemxtra.html.