We’re excited to announce the launch of a new instructor-led course, Mastering Virtual I/O Server Upgrades (AN38G)! This one-day, hands-on training is designed for system administrators, IT professionals, and technical staff who manage Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) environments and want practical experience performing VIOS upgrades.
Upgrading your VIOS is a critical task in maintaining a secure and high-performing IBM Power server virtualization environment. With VIOS version 4.1, it’s more important than ever to understand the upgrade process, follow best practices, and gain hands-on experience with the viosupgrade utility. Our new course bridges this gap, providing the skills you need to upgrade VIOS confidently and efficiently.
Why This Course Matters
The IBM Power ecosystem relies heavily on VIOS to manage storage and network resources across logical partitions (LPARs). Outdated VIOS versions can create performance bottlenecks, compatibility issues, and potential security risks. AN38G equips IT professionals with the knowledge and hands-on practice to:
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Plan and prepare VIOS upgrades
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Execute upgrades safely using the viosupgrade tool
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Apply best practices to avoid downtime or configuration errors
By the end of the day, students will leave with the confidence and competence to manage VIOS upgrades in real-world environments.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
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System administrators and engineers managing VIOS environments
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Technical staff working with IBM Power server virtualization
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IT consultants, architects, and IBM or business partner technical personnel
Prerequisite knowledge includes basic VIOS administration and familiarity with PowerVM concepts. Students may meet prerequisites by attending prior courses such as:
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Power Systems for AIX I: LPAR Configuration and Planning (AN11G)
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Mastering IBM AIX: Implementation and Administration (AN12G)
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IBM PowerVM - Virtualization I & II (AN30G & AN31G)
Course Agenda
Duration: 1 day (8 hours)
Course version: 1.0
Unit 1: Virtual I/O Server Upgrades
Unit 2: VIOS Upgrade Planning and Preparation
Unit 3: Using the viosupgrade Tool
And as usual, we have hands-on exercises!
Course Objectives
By the end of AN38G, students will be able to:
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Describe VIOS upgrade requirements
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Explain different methods to upgrade a VIOS to version 4.1
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Discuss best practices for performing a VIOS upgrade
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Use the viosupgrade tool to upgrade a VIOS
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Perform a VIOS upgrade using media
Log in with your IBM ID and enroll today to ensure your VIOS environments are up-to-date, secure, and performing at their best. Don’t miss this opportunity to master the tools and techniques that keep IBM Power servers running smoothly!