Operating System Version Upgrade

Operating System Version Upgrade

The ACS Power Systems (System i) Operating System Version Upgrade service is designed to assist customers with the installation and configuration of the target Power Systems (System i) Operating System version. This Version Upgrade includes Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs) and High Impact Pervasive (HIPER) PTFs.

Key Benefits

The Value of a Version Upgrade
The Power Systems (System i) is one of the most stable and reliable computer systems available, and each new Operating System Version ensures your system runs at peak performance. Keeping up with technology plays a vital role in future IT planning.

With each new Operating System Release, IBM terminates support of certain older releases. If you experience a problem related to your iSeries (AS/400) Operating System and you are not running a supported Operating System Release, IBM will not provide support. Also, if your Operating System is not current and you decide to upgrade your system or purchase a new system, you may not be able to migrate the iSeries Operating System to your new system, thus incurring additional upgrade costs.

The ACS Advantage

Certified Power Systems (System i) Consultants
You can Rest Assured knowing your Operating System Version Upgrade will be performed and supported by ACS’s certified Power Systems (System i) consultants - this means your project is controlled and backed by the best-of-the-best.

Detailed Methodology
ACS consultants understand the importance of minimizing the risk of improper installation. With this in mind, they’ve developed a proven and time tested approach for performing Operating System Version Upgrades. This approach has allowed for many successful Power Systems (System i) Operating System Version Upgrades.

Pre-Installation Tasks
Prior to the start of an Operating System Version Upgrade, ACS consultants will create a detailed Operating System Version Upgrade Document. They will ensure the proper IBM License Software, Cumulative PTF Tape, Preventive Service Planning document, Group PTFs and Cross Reference documents have been ordered and verified. This documented, step-by-step approach sets ACS’s methodology apart from the rest.

A Smooth Installation
Detailed planning and documented methodology ensure a successful Operating System Version Upgrade. ACS Consultants carefully execute and test the Version Upgrade one step at a time to make sure all of the pieces come together smoothly. With ACS consultants, you can rest assured the job is done right, the first time.

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