When doing an upgrade to IBM i, there is more work involved in planning the upgrade than in the actual upgrade itself. When you have done the planning, the actual upgrade is simple. We will cover planning tips, pre-requisites, and then post-installation requirements. This is many years of upgrading packed into an hour. Your upgrade isn't complete until this last step is done. Learning Objectives: What do you need to check when preparing your system for an upgrade? What PTFs are required before the upgrade to avoid problems, and what are the steps you need to complete a successful upgrade? (COMMON)