Originally posted by: SystemAdmin

Hi, I'm using AIX v5.3 TL6, and I need install bos.loc.adt.iconv. I went to Fix Central to get the specific fileset containing bos.loc.adt.iconv as usual, but I found that Fix central had changed and I could not obtain certain fileset, so could anyone please help me out?

Thanks.
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Originally posted by: steevojb

Hi,

I noticed fix central has changed in that you can't download 'specific fixes' or APARs. I was going to log a call and ask the question.

You need to get the install fileset from the product media

Steve
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Originally posted by: SystemAdmin

Thanks for your reply, and I too get a mail explanation on the change quoted as follows:

"
The AIX service strategy has changed. The changes are described in a document at the 'Service and support best practices' page, at

http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/best/home.html

Once you get to the Best Practices page, select the "Fix Central changes supporting AIX Service Strategy" document. It describes the changes. The main change, as you noted, is that we are encouraging clients to apply complete Service Packs now, instead of individual fixes. While Fix Central forces the download of SPs, the actual installation process does still allow individual fixes to be installed.

Right now, our business requirements prevent us from restoring the 'specific fix' functionality, as we must support the new service strategy
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