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3.2. Requirement Definition

Requirement definition involves defining and describing what is needed and will be procured,  collecting information, identifying appropriate solutions and specifying these in specifications for goods and equipment, terms of reference (TOR) for services, or statement of works (SOW) for works.

Specifications, TOR and SOW constitute the technical basis for the solicitation and the evaluation of offers to determine if they satisfy the requirements as stipulated in the solicitation documents. They become the “heart” around which the eventual contract is written and later administered. They have an effect on the procurement that lasts its entire lifetime—from planning, through bid evaluation, award and contract performance up to completion and post-contract evaluations. A clear and appropriate definition and description of the need is of utmost importance.

Requirements should be defined with the aim of opening up competition, i.e. no use of brand names or other unnecessary restrictions. Requirement definition should identify the exact need (technical and quality), aiming at avoiding over-specifications (as this may increase the cost) or under-specifications (where needs will not be met), as well as the “when” it is needed (timing), in order to avoid progress delays or losses for example due to extra storage and handling charges if delivered earlier than required.

Requirement definition is formally the responsibility of the requisitioner. However, the procurement officer is responsible for ensuring the technical description provided by the requisitioner is free of ambiguities, is clear and generic, and promotes fair competition among the suppliers.

The procurement officer plays a support role to the requisitioner in the following areas:

  • Provide information on previous, current and upcoming procurement activities for similar products or services.

  • Review of the requisition for completeness and ensure that the specifications or descriptions are not restrictive or biased towards a specific supplier.

  • Assist in market studies to identify sources of supplies, pricing and availability information and extent of competition.

  • Provide advice on the best method to obtain goods and services in a timely manner, at the best possible price.

Defining the requirement starts when a need is identified and is an integral part of the individual planning activities described in Unit 2.2. A systematic and team approach between programme/project and procurement officers is recommended to develop a generic technical description. Early involvement of the procurement officer can add value due to experience with similar types of requirements. At the conclusion of this process, the requisitioner should review the finished description to ensure that it responds to the need identified. The final requirement definition should then be submitted including funds certification as part of a requisition to the procurement function.

The flowchart below shows each of the stages in the requirement definition process.

3.2.3. Requirement analysis

During this phase the requisitioner will identify the requirements, i.e. what is the list of functions, performances, and technical characteristics needed to be included in the Specification/TOR/ SOW. For example, the requirements for buying a generating set include: Where will it be used? Under which weather conditions? What is the minimum power requirement in KVA (Kilo Volt-Ampere)? Is a local representative needed? etc. For services the objectives should be identified. For works, what should be constructed, where, and for what purpose, should be defined.

3.2.4. Information gathering

Once the requirement has been defined, information needs to be gathered on what is available on the market, to define the specification/TOR/SOW. For services, information should be sought on the current situation, which activities and outputs are required to achieve the objectives defined, what input is required to perform the activities etc. For works, information should be sought on the construction site, soil conditions, access to the site, materials to be used, possible drawings, local conditions that must be adhered to, permissions that need to be sought etc.

Developing specifications/TOR/SOW require consultation with the requisitioner, and with procurement officers who have been buying similar products or services, technical specialists, other users of similar goods, etc.

A specific inquiry, called ‘request for information’ (ROI), can be used to obtain information from potential suppliers on specifications of their latest products, price indications, or any other information that could be used. This tool is mostly used in the sourcing process, but can also be used specifically to obtain information for developing specifications/TOR/ SOW. It is not used to design specifications which suit a specific supplier, but rather to learn and broaden the knowledge of what is available on the market. Policy on contact with suppliers may differ between organizations, and procurement officers should follow the respective guidelines of their organizations.  

Standard specifications in the UN system of organizations

Technical descriptions of products require developing product specifications. However, before writing technical descriptions and developing product specifications, requisitioners and procurement officers are advised to check whether generic or other product specifications already exist by consulting other UN organizations in the system likely to procure these items on a regular basis. Sometimes a standard specification has already been developed for the requirement. For example, an organization such as UNHCR, which buys plastic sheeting in high volume for its refugee camps, may have developed a standard for this product which could be used system wide. In some cases, standard specifications exist for recurring products, such as those determined in the compendium of generic specifications for emergency relief items published by IAPSO. These standard specifications limit the variety of types, grades, and sizes of products that are often used to allow interchangeability and inventory control. They also inform potential suppliers of product standards used by the UN organizations which allows suppliers to adapt their products to meet these standards. Standard stock item descriptions, for example in the UNICEF stocked items catalogue, are a valuable source of information.

3.2.5. Writing specifications/TOR/SOW

Based on the requirement analysis and information gathering, the requisitioner must write up the specifications/TOR/SOW. It is important to use clear language and be accurate in all descriptions, to minimize misinterpretation risks. It is good practice to engage a specialist to review and proof the specifications/SOW/TOR before finalising.

A common mistake is to include information that should not be part of the specifications/TOR/ SOW. Because the specifications/TOR/SOW are incorporated into the contract, they should NOT address, for example, the following:

Pre-award issues are not included in the contract (even though such issues might have a significant effect prior to award).  These belong in the solicitation, but not in the specifications/TOR/SOW. The entire specifications/TOR/SOW will become a part of the contract. The most obvious example of pre-award–related documentation is the evaluation criteria that appear in the RFP/ITB.

Contract terms and conditions determine the rights and responsibilities of each contracting party.  They are included in the solicitation and in the contract, but not in the specifications/TOR/SOW. If any terms and conditions are included in the specifications/TOR/ SOW, there are two risks: Being repetitious, which can lead to an unnecessarily lengthy document, and risk of contradictions/ambiguities, which can lead to contract disputes.

The process for writing specifications/TOR/SOW is the same for all procurement activities. However, the details differ for procurement of goods, services and works. The following guidelines could be used to prepare specifications/TOR/SOW for each of these situations:

Preparation of specifications for goods

Specifications or the description of physical or functional characteristics of tangible goods must provide a detailed description of the requirements. They should be generic in nature to enable the broadest possible competition.

Specifications may be stated as one or a combination of the following:

Specification

Description

Functional

Concentrates on what a product is to do and is less interested in materials and dimensions.

Example:  dry erase markers for use on porcelain and dry erase boards, glass, unpainted metal, and glazed ceramics.

Performance

Describes what is to be achieved rather than providing a fixed description of how it should be done.  To ensure the quality, a reference to the concerned product standards (e.g. ISO) and environmental requirements (e.g. Energy Star), should be made.

Example:  fine tip dry erase markers; durable tip will not soften or spread; quick-drying inc; wipes off easily; certified non-toxic by marker industry (AP) standards.

Technical

Defines exact design and details of a good (i.e. the physical attributes, material to be used, power input and output, the manufacturing process required, or in the case of a service, the working methods to be used). Due to its uniqueness, design specifications may limit competition because of differences in engineering practices.

All three specification types can be combined. It is better, whenever possible; to use performance and functional specifications rather than technical specifications as this allows suppliers to offer alternative and innovative ideas and solutions to problems, which often results in a more cost effective use of the resources. However, depending on the products and end-user needs, certain requirements may not be adequately defined in functional and performance terms alone.

In addition, minimum requirements should be stated. The supplier should never be put in the position of having to decide on which physical attributes are essential and which are not. Instead of minimum requirements, the requisitioner may accept equipment within a limited range of specifications.

Brand names or similar references should be avoided. If it is necessary to cite a brand name, the words “or equivalent” should be included (e.g. Expo®Fine Tip Dry-Erase Marker or equal dry-erase marker).

It is sometimes more practical to specify a brand name for the purpose of defining acceptable functional, performance and/or technical standards. However specifying brand names should be avoided as much as possible.  Whenever brand names are used to define functional, performance and/or technical requirements, remember that:

  • Nomination of these products should only be used to define the required product standard.

  • Brand names should never be used without also specifying the minimum requirements that are considered essential. The supplier should not be put in the position of having to decide which characteristics are essential and which are not.

  • The specification should clearly invite offers of equivalent products, i.e. products meeting similar functional, performance and/or technical standards by adding the wording “or equivalent”. For example, “self propelled crab steering type crane with telescopic boom equivalent in performance to Terex PPM model no XYZ, or equivalent brand from reputable manufacturers are acceptable”.

  • The specification should clearly indicate that no particular preference will be given to the specified brand names when evaluating the offers.

In some unique circumstances, restrictive specifications or even particular brand names may be needed.  For example, restrictive specifications may be needed to ensure that the product is compatible with existing equipment at the equipment installation site.  If restrictive specifications are needed, justification should be documented.  Procurement officers are required by their FRR to obtain such justification and document it on file.

Use of samples and drawings

For some products it may be necessary for the UN organization to provide a sample of the item required with the specifications, asking suppliers to propose goods in accordance with the sample. Samples should always be accompanied by specifications. Using samples complicates logistics and increases cost as samples must be sent to all suppliers invited to bid.

Samples may also be requested from the supplier to demonstrate what they are offering, to be used for the evaluation (see Units 3.5 Solicitation documents and 3.7 Evaluation for further details). It should be made clear in the solicitation documents that samples must be free of charge and whether they will be returned to suppliers or not.

Drawings can be used in a specification to provide guidance to suppliers. Drawings are useful for example, to describe a site where products are to be installed. Drawings also help suppliers understand how the various products will interact. For example, if buying pipes, fittings, valves, tees, elbows, meters, etc. used for a water distribution system, it might be a good idea to include a drawing showing what the distribution system will look like.

Use of samples and/or drawings in specifications involve the following risks:

  • Providing a sample or drawing of a specific product can be like specifying a brand name, i.e. it might limit the competition.

  • If the supplier manufactures the products as per the drawing provided and there was a mistake in the drawing, the buyer is responsible for the mistake.

  • This limits innovative thinking as suppliers are limited to offering a product which conforms to the sample/drawing.

  • Always check whether it is allowed to include a sample/drawing in a specification as the use of the sample/drawing could be restricted due to copyright.

Content of specifications

The table below provides a list of information that may be included in a specification and some guidelines and examples on what they should contain.

Topic

Guidelines

Title

  • Use a simple and broad description of the specified goods for the title. For example, “Steel Reinforcing Bar”.

  • Potential suppliers may decide not to make an offer only on the basis of the title.

Background information

A well-written introduction usually increases potential suppliers’ interest in the invitation and help them understand the needs. Further, an understanding of the purpose can be useful to ensure that offered products are “fit for purpose”.

Standards

  • Standards are the most common document referred to in a specification. Refer as much as possible to international standards such as ISO, EN, etc. rather than national standards as this might limit the competition.

  • If national competition is foreseen, national standards might be the appropriate solution.

  • If a specific standard is not mandatory, indicate “or equivalent standards”.

Specific constraints and limitations

Some examples of specific constraints and limitations are:

  • Operating conditions e.g. maximum and minimum temperatures, noise, pressure, humidity, wind velocity, altitude, dust, etc.

  • Physical space available for installing equipment.

  • Compatibility with existing equipment, systems, etc.

  • Availability of power supply.

  • Servicing or maintenance requirements or limitations etc.

Requirements

This describes the requirement in detail. There are 3 types of specification types: functional characteristics, performance characteristics and technical characteristics.

Usually the requirement is a combination of the three types of specifications.

Marking

Possible marking requirements (to be agreed with end-user or project coordinator) are:

  • identification marking

  • manufacturer’s name

  • model number

  • manufacturing standard

  • warnings (e.g. if fragile equipment).

Packing

Items may need to be packed before delivery to protect them from damage during shipment and storage.

  • If special packing is needed this must be specified: cartons, wooden box, wooden crates, containers, etc.

  • If a particular size or condition of the container is required, this must be specified (see Unit 4.3 Logistics).

  • If the organization wants to keep the containers, pallets or other packing material, this should also be specified.

Packaging

  • Some goods may be available with different packaging options such as the size & composition of the container.

  • Where different possibilities exist, specify what is required, for example, “computer screen cleaning fluid in 100ml plastic bottles”.

Quality

Specifying quality requirements reduces risks associated with the goods. For example, “only goods produced by suppliers adhering to the ISO 9000 quality system are acceptable”.

Testing

For some goods, testing might be required:

  • By the supplier (the buyer should specify the test requirements).

  • By a third-party organization.

  • If testing is specified, the provision of test results should be specified as well.

It is good practice to develop robust specifications.  Some guidelines on how to achieve this are provided below:

  • State the requirement clearly, concisely and logically in functional and performance terms unless specific technical requirements are needed.

  • Include enough information for suppliers to identify what is required and to cost it accordingly.

  • Provide equal opportunity for all potential suppliers to offer goods which satisfy the user’s needs, including alternative solutions.

  • Do not over-specify requirements as this might limit the number of responses.

  • Do not include unnecessary features that might prevent some suppliers from offering.

  • Indicate requirements regarding delivery and after sales service etc.

  • Whenever possible, indicate the final use (e.g. pipes: for construction of buildings, for water supply, gas supply etc).

  • Do not allow the product requested to be covered by sole patent rights.

  • Challenge the requisitioner if they request one particular product brand or manufacturer. Ask for valid reasons as they should be prepared to accept any brand that fully meets the specifications and requirements.

  • For technical equipment, with specifications originating from a particular manufacturer or brand provided by a requisitioner ready to accept other manufacturers or brands, neutralise and make the specifications generic to allow for similar products of other brands. Check specifications of products originating from other known suppliers to ensure that the minimum requirements included in the invitation to bid will allow other suppliers to quote as well.

  • For goods or equipment not previously procured and lacking specifications from the requisitioner, ask suppliers commonly used for similar equipment, to provide their specifications as input for drafting the  specifications with acceptance by the requisitioner. Buyers should be careful not to reveal too much information to the contacted supplier in order not to give a potential advantage to this supplier. For example, do not reveal the intension to issue an invitation to bid very soon, do not reveal the country of destination, the quantity to be purchased, etc.

  • Where there is a lack of specifications, it may be challenging to define what is important for the goods and equipment. When such a situation occurs, there are several potential options:

    • Consult with colleagues who have experience and background within the specific area and who will be able to guide the requisitioner to define what is required.

    • Check the internet.

    • Consult existing brochures and catalogues.

    • Consult with suppliers or manufacturers specialized in the type of products. However, be careful not to reveal too much advanced information (see paragraph above)

    • In exceptional cases, use consultants to help prepare specifications.

Preparation of terms of reference (TOR) for services

The terms of reference (TOR) for services should define the scope of work required and respective supplier and stakeholder responsibilities. Adequate and clear TOR are imperative for an understanding of the assignment, and to minimize any risk of ambiguities during the preparation of suppliers proposals, negotiations and execution of services.

The TOR, often the supplier’s first and main introduction to the assignment, form the basis for the supplier’s preparation of the technical and financial proposals, and also eventually become an integral part of the contract between the supplier and procuring model. Clear and unambiguous TOR will force the supplier to prepare clear and detailed proposals, leading to successfully implemented projects and limiting the risks of disputes and claims.

Unclear TOR require suppliers to make assumptions. When various suppliers make different assumptions, comparing technical proposals becomes very difficult, and the procurement officer  will have problems evaluating the proposals in a fair and transparent way. Unclear TOR can also lead to less successful projects, as the winning supplier might not provide what is really needed. Further, there is a risk of disputes and claims, as it might not be clear who is responsible for what.

It is important that the end-user actively participates in the preparation of the TOR. The process of developing TOR requires detailed knowledge of the background, the current situation and possible constraints (political situation, cultural or environmental constraints etc.). At the same time, preparation of TOR creates an important awareness of the future consultancy to be provided, and ownership, which is important when the supplier is to cooperate with an end-user. The process of preparing TOR often reveals unrealistic expectations as to what can be achieved in the current situation. Thus, preparation should be as participatory as possible, to ensure agreement on the level of expectations.

At the same time, end-users usually need assistance in the preparation of TOR, as this is a complex matter, which requires experience and methodology. Further, it can be useful to have somebody (e.g. the procurement officer) who is not fully familiar with the requirements of the consultancy, to ask questions, to clarify issues which might be self-evident to the end-user, but which might need to be clarified with the supplier.

Standards in writing of TOR can vary between organizations. To be as clear and precise as possible, the TOR should include the sections/information shown in the table below. This structure is most useful for review or preparation of TOR for consultancy services for development projects. However, the structure can also be used for more simple services, e.g. service contracts for maintenance of equipment etc.

Section

Content guidelines

Purpose

Background

Briefly describe the national context in which this specific consultancy will operate, e.g. the sector concerned and its major characteristics, the country’s plan or strategy for the sector, prior or ongoing assistance within the sector, socio-economic context and the institutional and organizational framework (responsible counterpart and other stakeholders involved) for the consultancy.

Sufficient information for someone not familiar with the context to be able to form a clear picture of the setting for the consultancy.

Justification for consultancy

Include a description of the problem to be addressed (the present situation), the expected situation at the end of the consultancy, target beneficiaries and reasons for the donor’s assistance (relation to donor’s policies and involvement in the sector).

To explain the reasons for undertaking the assignment and why it is designed the way it is.

Development objective

Preferably formulated to include time, place and quantity.  Serves to check on the economic, political and social relevance of the immediate objective, and helps to clarify the concept of the consultancy, for example:

1) Consolidation of the democratic process in XX country, in particular strengthening of human rights and related legislative reforms within the next two years.

2) Quantifiable greenhouse gas emission reduction and conservation of forest resources in YY country within the next five years.

Represents the overall development goal at sub-sector or sector level to which the consultancy is contributing.

The consultancy itself cannot achieve the development objective.

Immediate objective(s)

  • Express future situations and not activities or processes leading to the objective.

  • Preferably be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Accurate, Realistic, Time-bound) indicating time (when), location (where), quantity (numbers), quality and target group (who). For example:

1) By the end of 2003, 75% of the dental personnel in xx (city/country) are capable to inform patients in prevention methods related to HIV/AIDS.

2) In order to enable the government of xx country to formulate a policy on renewable energy, the various renewable energy resources have been assessed and recommendations made on sustainable energy options.

To state what the consultancy itself is designed to achieve and for whom, and the situation that is expected to prevail at the end of the consultancy or shortly thereafter when activities have been successfully completed.

Outputs

  • Support every immediate objective by at least one output.

  • Ensure all outputs necessary for the achievement of the immediate objective are described.

  • If possible, describe outputs in time, location, quality, quantity (when, where, of what quality, how much).

  • An output is stated as an end result and can be for example:

The results that can be guaranteed by the consultancy as a consequence of its activities and which are necessary in order to accomplish the immediate objective(s).

 

Output types

Examples

Report

Feasibility study report for the division of power on the possible development of sustainable off-grid rural electrification systems in remote and isolated areas of YY country within a period of zz years, including analysis of socioeconomic aspects, detailed load forecasting of the potential sites and assessment of currently available local and international technologies.

Project document

Preparation of a full-fledged project document including proposals for

a) amendments to the draft legislation for a National Human Rights Centre

b) an organizational structure for the Centre

c) staffing requirements of the Centre and

d) strategy for an IT system in support on the Centre’s database on human rights, web site and the Centre’s financial and administrative management-system.

Training

Workshop or training course on xx (topic) carried out for xx number of persons.

Needs assessment

Assessment of training needs in xx (topic) for employees in yy ministry

Cooperation

Cooperation established with xx country’s general AIDS programme and other authorities dealing with HIV/AIDS.

Activities

  • Describe activities typically starting with a verb (to assess, to identify, to prepare, to conduct, to review etc.).

  • Normally start with the following sentence: “Activities include but are not necessarily limited to the following tasks”.

  • Based on technical experience, suppliers add other relevant activities to achieve the objectives.

Necessary tasks to be carried out to achieve the objectives.

Inputs

Could be divided into contribution from the beneficiary and supplier’s input as shown in the table below.

The “raw material” necessary to produce the intended outputs.

 

Contribution from

Includes

Beneficiary

All resources and support the recipient government/institution and local authorities/agencies can provide to the supplier free of charge (e.g. personnel available to assist the supplier, office facilities, equipment, local transportation, workshop facilities as well as background information/information material).

Supplier

All international and national experts part of the suppliers team (described by areas of specialisation, previous experience, language requirements etc. If possible, state the expected total number of working days/ weeks required for each team member including time for preparation, mobilisation, and reporting in home office).

Other inputs that could be required from the supplier such as maps, pictures, workshop facilitation, training material, etc.

 

Timing

State the proposed timing of the mission(s) as well as the total consultancy duration.

Reporting

List the reports and time wanted

Include requirements such as contents, number of copies, language, who should receive the reports and whether they should be submitted electronically, in hard copy, or both.  Some useful reports are:

  • Inception Report

  • Mission Reports (if any)

  • Technical Reports

  • Draft Final Report

  • Final Report

  • Training material (if training is on the list of activities)

  • Presentation material (if any)

  • Workshop /training evaluation report (if any).

In parallel to the development of TOR, the budget should be reviewed to ensure that the budget and TOR are aligned. The budget should include the following break down of costs:

  • Suppliers’ fees (international and national), listed as number of working months/weeks/days x fee per working month/week/day.

  • Daily subsistence allowance (DSA) multiplied by the number of days.

  • International transportation costs (number of round trips between destination x price)

  • Local transportation costs (if any – minor costs are included in the DSA, but if the suppliers are to do major travelling within the country, this should be budgeted).

  • Other relevant costs such as communication and printing costs, costs for translation of reports and interpreter services, costs in relation to workshops and/or training courses (rental of facilities and equipment, production of material, beverages and other costs in relation to participants) and other specific inputs required to carry out the consultancy.

The budget can be for internal purposes only (and not be included in the TOR). This ensures competition also on the price and not only on the technical part of the proposal from consulting companies. However, in certain cases, in particular if it is very difficult to estimate the input needed in terms of working days etc. or the TOR is a little vague, it can be useful to provide the total budget as an indication to the suppliers on what level the consultancy is on.

Preparation of SOW/BoQ/technical specifications for works

The statement of works (SOW) including design/drawings, bill of quantities (BoQ) and technical specifications, should describe the works in sufficient detail to identify the location, nature and any complexities involved. The term “works” generally includes all types of civil, mechanical, electrical or other engineering/installation services (other than consulting services) as well as the supply of construction materials and equipment included therein.

Expected construction period and time in weeks or months, or where alternative time schedules are permitted, the range of acceptable construction periods, should be defined. In addition, information should be provided on the topography, geotechnical conditions, access to site, transportation and communication facilities, project layout, services to be provided by the UN organization, method of measurement and payment of completed works.

The unique nature of works requires that detailed design specifications be provided and a complete description and specification of all goods, materials and works to be included in the delivery, including detailed drawings and the requirement that the supplier possesses the necessary qualifications with respect to capacity and experience and financial strength necessary to carry out the type of job requested.

It is common practice to use the services of a consulting engineer to help in the completion of technical specifications for large and/or complex works. In cases where an external consulting engineer is used, this person/company could also be asked to prepare the details of the solicitation documents. However, in the following some general tips and things to remember for preparation of the SOW/BoQ/technical specifications is provided. In cases where a consulting engineer is used, these general tips can be used to check/follow-up on the work of the engineer.

Content of statement of works (SOW)

The statement of works (SOW) provides background and detailed information for the construction works.  To be as clear and precise as possible, the SOW should include the sections/information shown in the table below.

Section

Include

 

Background

Describe the project, its purpose and functionality. This should include any relevant information that would help someone not familiar with the current situation to form a clear picture of what is required. This is also important as implied warranties for “fit for purpose” can be derived from detailed background provided to suppliers as the overall scope of the project.

 

General Information

Give all necessary general information, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

Topic

Guidelines

Location

  • Give precise information and a brief description of site accessibility and availability of major services such as electricity and water.

  • Location of sources of rough materials such as sand and stones might be helpful.

Legal status

Check the legal status of the titles for the plot where the construction will take place.

Site ownership

Clarify ownership of the site.

Designs/drawings

  • Indicate whether the designs are being provided or should be elaborated by the supplier.

  • Check that the designs have been registered and comply with local regulations, and clarify who is responsible for what in that respect.

Right of way

Check if right of way is needed (for locations where access is through other properties) and clarify who is responsible for what in that respect.

Budget

Check available budget.

Deadline

Check if there is a deadline for the execution of the works and indicate it accordingly in the solicitation documents.

Supervision

Define supervision costs that should be borne by the supplier (e.g. office space at the site, telephone, electricity, mobility, PCs and other equipment, lodging if needed).

 

Supplier requisites

Request information about the bidding company. This is used to assess the capacity and quality of suppliers during evaluation.  Consider the following topics.

Topic

Request information about

Experience

  • Number of similar works (by nature and size measured by contract’s value) undertaken in last ten years.

  • Client references.

Minimum personnel

Function and qualifications required by each key personnel (for example, chief resident, residents for electricity/ civil works, specialists).

Financial capability

  • The balance sheet to shows debt ratios, and working capital demonstrating free availability equivalent to the estimated value of two/three monthly payment certificates.

  • For major construction works, an estimated investment curve is usually included in the feasibility study from where the working capital can be derived.

Minimum equipment

  • Minimum number and characteristics of equipment needed to undertake the works.

  • During the evaluation process, age of equipment is often taken into consideration.  

Construction methods

  • Construction methods/approach.

  • Programme of works, presentation, mobilisation, in what order various steps will be made etc.

 

The bill of quantities (BoQ) is the list of all main components of the project (buildings, roads, sidewalks, lighting, equipment, etc) including estimated quantities for each line item (soil movements/ excavations, structures, roofing, floors, sanitation, etc) and information on the way it will be paid (e.g. lump sum or unit price).

The preparation of the BoQ is the most difficult part because it should be complete and exhaustive especially in contracts based on unit prices. Even though less detail or fewer items are needed in lump sum contracts, such contracts require good technical specifications and careful supervision.

In addition to the BoQ, technical specifications need to be developed. These describe in detail the specification for each construction item e.g. type of cement mix, type of iron rods, bricks, etc. The technical specifications should follow the order of the main components as described in the BoQ for easy reference.  The following items should be defined:

  • Lab methods for “quality control” of each item, when relevant.

  • Rules to accept or reject materials or works.

  • Methods for measurement and payment of each item. (What works, materials, etc, are included in each item and the criteria to measure them).

  • Environmental conservation policies and responsibility of supplier to adhere.

  • Quality assurance programme.

Sign off on final version of specifications/TOR/SOW

It is good practice to ensure that the requisitioner signs off on the final version of the specifications/TOR/SOW. In some organizations this is ensured by signing the complete requisition package (see below). The purpose is to ensure that all parties agree to the final document, in order to avoid subsequent changes and ensure acceptability of offers that are evaluated according to the requirement definition.

3.2.6. Requisitioning

When the specifications/TOR/SOW have been finalized, a formal requisition can be created. Most UN organizations use a formal requisition process for all procurement activities. Requisitions can be submitted by clients to the organization, programme staff to procurement officers, field staff to centralized procurement support staff etc. Requisitioning is conducted in different ways in various organizations depending on the set-up and business structure of the organisation.  In general, the following applies if a requisition process is used.  

After researching, planning, and describing what is needed, it must be documented that all necessary UN financial and administrative requirements have been met.  Together this is generally considered to be a requisition package.  Such packages vary in terms of both the preparation time and the documentation required.  Typical information that could form part of the requisition package can be:

  • funds allocation and source

  • budget breakdown, including freight, clearing and contingency cost

  • mode of shipment

  • information on destination/consignee

  • written justification support memo for sole source (if applicable)

  • delivery time/schedule

  • late delivery consequences, performance incentives

  • specifications/TOR/SOW

  • drawings, if applicable

  • design change/deviation options, if applicable

  • required quality standards

  • inspection and quality assurance information

  • specific test requirements.

Some requisitioners intentionally “split” requirements by processing them under several lower monetary requirements. They reason that by staying under a specific monetary threshold on each requisition, they are benefiting their organization by cutting processing time.  By remaining under certain monetary thresholds, they avoid requirements associated with those thresholds, such as requirements for competitive solicitations, contracts reviews, and so forth. In reality, the practice of splitting a requirement is a short-sighted business approach that is generally counter-productive, and undermines the integrity of the whole system.

Splitting a requirement actually hinders the procurement process because it:

  • Contravenes the spirit of the UN financial rules which require “best value for money”.

  • Is not cost effective, increases the procurement office’s administrative workload, and increases monitoring problems.

  • Subjects the procurement process to possible criticism from auditors and members of the international community for paying too much for goods and services while restricting competition.

  • Prevents the UN from procuring supplies by the most advantageous order quantity and other volume discount practices offered by commercial suppliers.

Required review and approvals of requisitions

Procurement officers regard requisition approval by an appropriate authority as confirmation that a need exists for the goods or services specified and that the funding has been made available.  In some organizations the review and approval of requisitions forms part of the review and approval of the project document.

Some organizations allow solicitation to be undertaken before formal approval of the requisition and even at times before the approval of the project document, especially in cases of extreme urgency. Due to the increased risk of cancellation of solicitation processes, such practices should be used with caution as this might influence supplier handling of future tenders.

Consequences of incomplete requisition packages

When a requisition package is incomplete, a procurement officer will identify the deficiencies and request correction and re-submission. Timely submission of these corrections is critical because the procurement process does not normally begin until submission of a complete procurement request package.

Acknowledging receipt of a requisition

Some organizations have adopted the practice of acknowledging receipt of the requisition. This increases requisitioners awareness of and satisfaction with the procurement process. It is also helpful to acknowledge receipt of requisition by letter or e-mail to the requisitioner confirming accuracy of requisition including realistic delivery period requested and any need for change. Acknowledgement should take place as soon as possible after receipt of requisition.

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Announcement Summary - April 25, 2006

*** Announcement Letter Numeric Index Announcements ***

106-276 New IBM System x3850 servers include Intel dual-core Xeon MP processors and Intel single-core Xeon MP processors

106-277 IBM System x3950 servers feature dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors

106-278 IBM Grid and Grow Express program combines IBM hardware, software, and services

106-279 IBM GoVault Backup/Restore Tape Drive delivers daily backup capability for low-end servers and workstations

106-280 IBM DS400 Express models -- Workgroup storage solutions for IBM System x and xSeries servers

106-281 UPS and selected racks for IBM System x and xSeries servers assigned new part numbers

106-282 IBM 1U VXA-320 Tape Autoloader offers high capacity, performance, and technology for IBM System x and xSeries systems

106-283 New IBM System x3800 servers feature Intel dual-core Xeon MP processors at up to 3 GHz with 2 x 2 MB L2 cache

106-284 IBM xSeries options assigned new part numbers

106-286 Power options for IBM BladeCenter and xSeries servers offer cost-effective, extended runtimes

106-292 Datacenter for IBM System x3950 servers -- Datacenter-certified rack servers powered by dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors

106-294 IBM BladeCenter JS20: The POWER of blade innovation

106-296 IBM System x3650 T server -- Full-function, NEBS-compliant models for telecommunications environments

206-087 Revised announcement: IBM Rational Systems Developer V6.0.1 allows additional product migration

206-088 IBM WebSphere Process Server and WebSphere ESB for z/OS powers your SOA on IBM System z

206-090 Sub-capacity licensing for select IBM Passport Advantage eligible programs running on x86 servers helps improve flexibility and price/performance

206-091 IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler V3.3.2 helps deliver improved job scheduling

206-092 IBM Workplace Services Express V2.6 provides improved performance, DB2 Express and Workplace Designer

206-093 IBM WebSphere Business Monitor V6.0.1 supports national language translations

206-094 IBM Parallel Environment for Linux extends parallel application development to Linux

206-095 IBM General Parallel File System for Linux Multiplatform, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

206-099 IBM Tivoli Identity Manager Express V4.6 availability for Linux platforms and Host Edition adapters

206-100 IBM General Parallel File System for Linux on POWER, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

206-101 IBM General Parallel File System for AIX 5L, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

306-104 Price changes: IBM DS4100 Midrange Disk System model and a selected feature

906-082 Hardware withdrawal: Selected IBM xSeries options -- Replacements available

906-084 Software service discontinuance: IBM WebSphere Development Studio Client for iSeries V5.1 and IBM WebSphere Development Studio Client Advanced Edition for iSeries V5.1

906-086 Software service discontinuance and support: IBM DB2 Content Manager for z/OS, V8.2

906-089 Software withdrawal and support discontinuance: Selected IBM Systems software -- Replacements available

906-090 Hardware withdrawal: Selected Cisco MDS 9000 products resold by IBM -- Replacements available

906-091 Hardware withdrawal: Selected IBM Kiosk models from machine types 4835 and 4838 -- Replacements available

906-094 Hardware withdrawal: Selected models of IBM BladeCenter JS20 -- Replacements available

*** Hardware Announcements ***

106-276 New IBM System x3850 servers include Intel dual-core Xeon MP processors and Intel single-core Xeon MP processors

At a glance

IBM System x3850 servers combine third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture (EXA) with the high performance of 64-bit single-core and dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors.

  • Up to 64 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM system memory
  • Six high-performance Active 64-bit/266 MHz Peripheral Component Interconnect-X 2.0 (PCI-X 2.0) slots
  • Integrated Broadcom 5704 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II (RSAII) SlimLine, enabling full out-of-band remote systems management
  • One 1300-watt, voltage sensing, hot-swap power supply with optional second power supply
  • Standard combo-drive, three USB ports, two serial ports, RS-485 port, SVGA video port, mouse port, and keyboard port in a rack-dense 3U tool-free chassis
  • Optimized for enterprise applications and commercial workloads such as database, enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), and in-house-developed applications including Web services implementations
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001

Overview

Models of the x3850 server are powered with Intel (R) single-core Xeon MP processors at up to 3.66 GHz and Intel dual-core Xeon MP processors at up to 3.00 GHz.

The x3850 server contains advanced third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture (TM) (EXA) technologies that combine four-socket, SMP-capable power, Active PCI-X 2.0 expansion, high availability, and substantial internal data storage capacity.

Improves performance and reduces latency

  • IBM XA-64e third-generation chipset with an integrated processor and memory controller that substantially reduces system latency that bottlenecks commercial applications
  • Support for XceL4v dynamic server cache
  • From one to four single-core Intel Xeon MP processors at up to 3.66 GHz with 2 MB L2 cache or from one to four 64-bit dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors at up to 3.00 GHz with 2x2 MB L2 cache; support for 32-bit and 64-bit applications with Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
  • Dual-bus architecture plus 667 MHz front-side bus for 3X improvement in CPU bandwidth over the previous generation
  • High-availability Active Memory with support for Chipkill (TM), memory mirroring, and Memory ProteXion
  • 2 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 memory; expandable to 64 GB
  • Six 64-bit Active PCI-X 2.0 slots that support up to 266 MHz
  • Up to six 2.5-inch Serial Attach SCSI (SAS) HDDs
  • ServeRAID (TM) 8i SAS controller available without using a system PCI-X slot
  • High-performance integrated dual-gigabit Ethernet
  • Optional RSAII SlimLine for advanced remote systems management
  • Atmel Trusted Platform Module ver 1.1b, TCG (Trusted Computing Group) compliant
  • 3U rack-optimized, tool-free chassis
Leverages high availability and increased security
  • Support for advanced Memory ProteXion at no additional cost
  • Active PCI-X 2.0 slots that support hot-add and hot-swap of I/O adapters
  • One 1300-watt, voltage sensing, hot-swap power supply with optional second power supply
  • Predictive Failure Analysis (R) (PFA) on processors, memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options to help warn of problems before they occur
  • IPMI-compliant basic hardware monitoring and alerting with an optional upgrade to the advanced RSAII SlimLine, helping to protect server availability through continuous system monitoring and delivering true remote management capabilities
Service and support optimized for On Demand Business
  • ServerGuide (TM) and IBM Director
  • ServerProven (R) compatibility testing and Web support
  • Three-year, on-site (1) limited warranty (2)

Key prerequisites

  • Monitor, keyboard, and mouse
  • SAS HDD
  • Rack

Planned availability date

May 10, 2006

  • x3850 server
  • Dual-Core X3 Upgrade Kit

106-277 IBM System x3950 servers feature dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors

At a glance

New IBM System x3950 servers incorporate high-performance, dual-core Xeon MP processors:

  • Intel dual-core Xeon MP up to 3.00 GHz with 2x2 MB L2 cache
  • Up to 512 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 ECC double data rate 2 (DDR2) SDRAM system memory
  • Six Active 64-bit/266 MHz Peripheral Component Interconnect-X (PCI-X 2.0) slots
  • Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) controller
  • Integrated Broadcom 5704 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Six 2.5 inch hot-swap bays for flexible installation of HDDs, supporting up to 440.4 GB (1) internal data storage
  • Standard Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline, enabling remote, full-band systems management
  • Two 1300-watt, voltage sensing, hot-swap power supplies
  • Standard DVD-ROM
  • Three USB ports, SVGA video port, mouse port, two serial ports, two Gb Ethernet ports, and one keyboard port per chassis
  • Three-year on-site (2) limited warranty (3)
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

Models of the x3950 server are powered with dual-core Intel (R) Xeon MP processors at up to 3.00 GHz with 2 x 2 MB L2 cache.

The x3950 server contains advanced technology that combines scalable SMP-capable power, PCI-X expansion, third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture (TM) (EXA), high availability, scalability, and substantial internal data storage capacity.

Potential benefits include:

  • Increased performance
  • Memory availability
  • System manageability
  • Simultaneous support for 32- and 64-bit applications with x86-64-bit extensions
System x3950 E server

Functionally identical to the System x3950 server, the x3950 E server supports the same hardware configurations. However, it is supported only as an expansion module to a base x3950 and not in a stand-alone configuration. It comes configured with two empty four-slot memory expansion cards (41Y5000) and two power supplies, but without any processors, memory, disks, or optical drive.

In addition to processors and memory, the six disk bays and six PCI-X I/O card slots in each chassis are accessible. You can add up to a total of 48 hard disks and 48 I/O slots into a 32-socket configuration, eliminating the need for an external I/O expansion enclosure.

Power and scalability

  • XA-64e third-generation EXA chipset powering XpandOnDemand up to 32-socket
  • x86 64-bit extensions (EM64T) support 32-bit or 64-bit applications on the same platform
  • Active Memory with hot-swap support: Memory ProteXion, memory mirroring, hot-swap, and hot-add memory
  • XceL4v Server Accelerator cache for high performance with 256 MB per chassis
  • 2 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 double data rate (DDR2) memory; expandable to 512 GB in a 32-socket complex
  • Serial Attach SCSI (SAS) plus optional RAID maximize throughput, ease installation of RAID option card
  • Six 2.5-inch SAS HDDs, up to 438 GB of maximum internal storage
  • High-performance integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet built-in high-speed networking with support for latest technologies
  • Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline
  • 3U rack-optimized, tool-free chassis that strikes the balance between rack density and ease of maintenance
Third-generation EXA features
  • Advanced third-generation Chipkill (TM) ECC memory controller to help correct single-, two-, three-, and four-bit memory errors
  • Memory ProteXion and memory mirroring support
  • Active PCI slots, hot-add and hot-swap adapters
  • Hot-swap drive bays and redundant fans to replace select components without powering down the server
  • Two hot-swap, redundant power supplies
  • Predictive Failure Analysis (R) (PFA) on processors, memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options to help warn of problems before they occur
  • Innovative Light Path Diagnostics and top access design; easy to service and configure

Key prerequisites

Refer to the Hardware requirements section for details.

Planned availability date

May 10, 2006

106-278 IBM Grid and Grow Express program combines IBM hardware, software, and services

Overview

The Grid and Grow Express Offering is intended for clients with compute-intensive applications. A grid enables your infrastructure with an integrated package of IBM hardware, software, and services. Over time, the modular, scalable architecture can grow to further optimize your IT resources.

The standard package includes:

  • IBM BladeCenter (R) hardware (including IBM Director)
  • Operating system software
  • Grid Scheduler software
  • Services
This offering is available for business partners to take to market.

In addition to the standard package, the Grid and Grow Express offering has the flexibility to encompass larger or more complex deployments to help meet your business needs.

Grid computing offers incredible benefits, but clients are often challenged with how to get started with a grid implementation. Grid computing is not an out-of-the-box product; rather, it is a combination of various technologies and products. Strategy, design, and implementation, and professional services are fundamental for deploying the environment. As there is no single specific product that builds a grid, IBM delivers a portfolio of grid-related technologies that combine to form a grid solution based on your requirements.

Availability date

April 25, 2006

106-279 IBM GoVault Backup/Restore Tape Drive delivers daily backup capability for low-end servers and workstations

At a glance

IBM GoVault Backup/Restore Tape Drive

This new backup/restore drive brings performance, capacity, and 5.25-inch form factor to low-range eServer (R) xSeries servers and IntelliStations.

Key features include:

  • Up to 80 GB native capacity, up to 160 GB using software compression
  • Up to 38 MB/s backup rate and up to 76 MB/s using software compression utilities
  • Functions with leading operating systems and popular backup software
  • 12.5 ms access speed
  • SATA-2 interface
  • Cartridge removable from system and acts like an HDD
  • One-year, limited warranty (1)
GoVault 80 GB Cartridge

Hot plug interconnect, used like tape media, random access, 80 GB native capacity

For technical support:

  • Call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
  • Request technical information via the Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

Overview

The new GoVault Backup/Restore Option offers a cost-effective solution for IBM eServer xSeries (R) server customers looking for an efficient low-cost backup/restore device. This single drive has 80 GB (2) capacity, up to 160 GB if you have a software compression utility. This new drive complements the xSeries server line.

This backup/restore drive uses a reliable HDD embedded in a removable cartridge then married to a Serial ATA interface carrier. It delivers convenience and ease-of-use features, while supporting high-speed backup and up to 160 GB of data storage when coupled with software compression utilities (3).

Normally reserved for more expensive backup/restore devices, IBM offers the following features as standard on this GoVault drive:

  • Up to 38 MB/s native transfer rate.
  • Up to 80 GB (2) native capacity.
  • Removable disk technology.
  • Hot-plug capability.
  • 5.25-inch form factor, convertible to 3.5-in form factor in certain configurations.
  • 12.5 ms access speed.
  • Limited one-year warranty: One year on parts and zero labor, unless installed in a rack or server when purchased. Then it carries same warranty as enclosure or server.
GoVault 80 GB Cartridge

This 80 GB cartridge has a file system and looks like a disk drive to the host.

Features include:

  • Cartridge can be used like tape media.
  • Cartridge can be removed from carrier.
  • Cartridges are fully read/write compatible between GoVault carriers.
  • Limited one-year warranty: One year on parts and zero labor
(1) For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit http://www.ibm.com/servers/ support/machine_warranties/ Alternatively, this information is also available by calling 800-426-7378 or contacting your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request. (2) When referring to drive capacity, GB stands for one thousand million bytes and TB stands for one trillion bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments. (3) Based on using software data compression and assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. Data compression is dependent on many factors and is often less than stated.

Key prerequisites

A dedicated (and supported) SATA 2 channel

Planned availability date

April 27, 2006

106-280 IBM DS400 Express models -- Workgroup storage solutions for IBM System x and xSeries servers

At a glance

IBM TotalStorage DS400 Express models offer xSeries clients these benefits:

  • Potentially lower total cost of ownership through similar high-performance Ultra320 SCSI drives
  • Common, proven ServeRAID Manager for storage management and configuration
  • Management for both PCI RAID and DS external storage
  • Software features for business continuance and disaster recovery at entry-level prices
  • Modular design for easy upgrades and additions to match the application environment as it evolves
  • Simultaneous support for Microsoft (TM) Windows (TM) and Linux (TM) running on supported xSeries and BladeCenter servers
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

The IBM TotalStorage (R) DS400, featuring 2 Gb Fibre Channel (FC) host connection, is an entry-level, cost-effective workgroup SAN storage for xSeries (R) and BladeCenter (R) servers. Designed to deliver advanced function at a breakthrough price, the DS400 provides an exceptional solution for workgroup storage applications, such as e-mail, file, print, and Web servers as well as databases.

Features and benefits

  • Offers a low-cost storage solution for high-performing FC storage fabrics
  • Offers exceptional storage support for workgroup storage applications
  • Helps leverage investments in IBM TotalStorage EXP400 enclosures for affordable migration from direct attach storage (DAS) to a SAN
  • Scales to a capacity of 12 TB with two TotalStorage EXP400 enclosures
  • Includes easy-to-use ServeRAID (TM) Manager, which provides common management software for internal and external storage
  • Uses hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI drives designed to offer high reliability for demanding workloads of high I/O environments

Planned availability date

April 30, 2006

106-281 UPS and selected racks for IBM System x and xSeries servers assigned new part numbers

At a glance

Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)

Cost-effective, extended runtime power backup to xSeries servers in a more efficient use of space.

  • Up to 10,000 volt amps (VA) and 8,000-watt load capacity (product dependent)
  • Up to 6 U rack-mountable or stand-alone tower
  • USB, serial, and network communications standard based on model; lets you manage and control your power in a variety of methods
  • UPS management software that integrates with IBM Director to deliver seamless systems management
  • Hot-swap battery pack available on certain models
  • Optional runtime battery packs that increase run time under full load for up to 90 minutes for certain models
Racks

Attractively priced IBM rack solutions help you manage and control xSeries servers in your enterprise.

Overview

IBM releases new part numbers for existing products to track inventory manufactured using updated manufacturing process methods and materials required for sale in certain jurisdictions, such as the European Union. The features and functions for which these products were designed remain unchanged despite the addition of new part numbers.

For a list of the original hardware announcements, refer to the Physical specifications section.

Help protect and substantially extend the backup power run times of your mission-critical, high power density applications with cost-effective, high-density UPS options.

UPS

  • Suite of easy-to-use management tools
  • High-quality, true online power protection
  • Rack-mounting or stand-alone tower installations
  • Rack space-saving qualities
  • Extended battery run times with additional battery packs
Racks

These IBM rack cabinets are part of the family of rugged, attractively priced, IBM rack solutions tailored to meet your requirements from entry to advanced enterprise environments. The 19-inch, industry-standard rack cabinets are designed for rack-mountable xSeries (R) servers.

For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit Alternatively, this information is available through your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.

IBM sends a technician after attempting to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely. On-site repair applies to UPS.

For the latest information on safe and effective computing, visit

Key prerequisites

System x or xSeries server

Planned availability dates

  • May 30, 2006
      - IBM UPS 750THV - IBM UPS 1500THV - Rack e1350 S2 25U Standard Rack - Rack e1350 Enterprise 42U Standard Rack - Rack 11U Standard Rack - Rack S2 25U Standard Rack - Rack S2 42U Standard Rack - Rack Enterprise 42U Standard Rack - Rack Enterprise 42U Expansion Rack
  • June 30, 2006: Rack S2 42U Expansion Rack

106-282 IBM 1U VXA-320 Tape Autoloader offers high capacity, performance, and technology for IBM System x and xSeries systems

At a glance

IBM tape combined with automation reliability at competitive prices.

The 1U VXA-320 Tape Autoloader features:

  • Entry-level, unattended backup
  • Enhanced capacity
  • Performance
  • Industry-standard LVD SCSI interface
  • Space-saving 1U form factor
  • Rack fixed rails for easy access and service
  • Barcode reader for enhanced media management
  • Remote Management Unit (RMU) to enable remote access
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

This new tape autoloader incorporates a VXA-320 tape drive for unattended native backup capacities and speeds of up to 1.6 TB at a sizzling 12 MB/sec. For even faster backup, you can use the autoloader's onboard hardware data compression for up to 3.2 TB capacity and 24 MB/sec.

Couple this with appealing entry-level pricing, and backed by IBM's world-renowned service and support, and it is easy to see how this autoloader will become a popular addition to IBM's growing tape automation portfolio.

Other features include:

  • Industry-standard LVD SCSI interface
  • Space-saving 1U form factor
  • Standard rack fixed rails for easy access and service
  • Standard barcode reader for enhanced media management
  • Standard Remote Management Unit (RMU) to enable remote access
  • Three-year limited warranty (1) on parts and labor

Key prerequisites

Supported xSeries (R) server configurations that include:

  • Supported operating system
  • Backup application software (if applicable)
  • SCSI host adapter
  • Supported racks

Planned availability date

April 27, 2006

(1) For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit http://www.ibm.com/servers/ support/machine_warranties/ Call 800-426-7378 or contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.

106-283 New IBM System x3800 servers feature Intel dual-core Xeon MP processors at up to 3 GHz with 2 x 2 MB L2 cache

At a glance

New System x3800 servers incorporate high-performance single-core and dual-core Xeon MP processors plus:

  • Up to 64 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM system memory
  • Six Active 64-bit/266 MHz Peripheral Component Interconnect-X (PCI-X 2.0) slots (1)
  • Integrated Serial Attach SCSI (SAS) controller
  • Integrated Broadcom 5704 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Up to twelve 3.5-in SAS hot-swap bays for flexible installation of HDDs, supporting up to 3,600 GB (2) internal data storage (6 standard, 6 optional)
  • Optional Remote Supervisor SlimLine Adapter II, enabling remote, full-band systems management without using a PCI slot
  • Two standard and one optional 775 W voltage-sensing, hot-swap power supplies
  • Bays for standard half-height DVD-ROM, diskette, and internal tape drives
  • Three USB ports, SVGA video port, mouse port, keyboard port, two serial ports, and RS-485 port
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

The System x3800 server delivers advanced technology that combines four-socket SMP-capable power, PCI-X expansion, Enterprise X-Architecture (TM) (EXA), high availability, scalability, and substantial internal data storage capacity.

Selected models are powered with Intel (R) dual-core Xeon MP processors at up to 3 GHz (3) and 2 x 2 MB L2 cache.

Third-generation EXA powers one of the most compact, highest performance, highly available, feature-rich four-socket servers in the industry for mission-critical ERP, database, and collaboration applications.

Power and scalability for On Demand Business growth

  • Third-generation XA-64e chipset
  • Intel CT 64-bit extensions
  • 667 MHz front-side bus
  • Active Memory with Memory ProteXion
  • Up to 2 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 double data rate (DDR) memory; expandable to 64 GB (with 4 GB DIMMs)
  • Six Active 64-bit, 266 MHz PCI-X 2.0 slots
  • Support for up to twelve 3.5-in SAS HDDs and optional RAID-0, -1, and -5
  • High-performance integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet
  • Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC), which complies with the Intelligent Platform Management Interface V2.0 (IPMIv2.0)
  • 7U rack-optimized tool-free chassis
EXA features for around-the-clock On Demand Business
  • Advanced third-generation Chipkill (TM) ECC memory controller to help correct single-, two-, three-, and four-bit memory errors
  • Memory ProteXion and memory mirroring support
  • Active PCI slots; hot-add and hot-swap adapters
  • Hot-swap drive bays and redundant cooling fans to replace select components without powering down the server
  • Two standard and one optional hot-swap, redundant power supplies
  • Predictive Failure Analysis (R) (PFA) on processors, memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options to help warn of problems before they occur
  • Optional Remote Supervisor SlimLine Adapter II, supporting out-of-band systems management and remote POST, setup, and diagnostics
  • Atmel Trusted Platform Module (TPM) V1.1b, Trusted Computing Group (TCG)-compliant
  • Innovative Light Path Diagnostics and top access design; easy to service and configure
Service and support optimized for On Demand Business
  • ServerGuide (TM) and IBM Director
  • ServerProven (R) compatibility testing and Web support
  • Three-year on-site (4) limited warranty (5)

Key prerequisites

Monitor, keyboard, and mouse

Planned availability date

May 10, 2006

106-284 IBM xSeries options assigned new part numbers

Overview

IBM releases new part numbers for existing products to track inventory manufactured using updated manufacturing process methods or materials required for sale in certain jurisdictions, such as the European Union. The features and functions for which these products were designed remain unchanged despite the addition of new part numbers.

Old New Description number number DPI 100-127v PDU with Fixed 32P1761 39Y8905 Nema L5-15P line cord DPI 32amp/250v 3-Phase High 73P5844 39Y8999 Density C19 PDU with IEC309 3P+N+Gnd Connector DPI 60 amp/208v 3-Phase High 73P5847 39Y9000 Density C19 PDU with IEC309 3P+Gnd Connector ServeRAID(TM)-6i+ SCSI Controller 13N2190 39R8793 ServeRAID-7t SATA Controller 71P8648 39R8805 ServeRAID-7k SCSI Controller 71P8642 39R8800 ServeRAID-6M SCSI Controller - 128MB Cache 32P0033 39R8815 ServeRAID-6M SCSI Controller - 256MB Cache 02R0988 39R8816

For technical support:

  • Call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
  • Request technical information via the Web site at

Key prerequisites

IBM xSeries (R) server

Planned availability dates

  • April 25, 2006: ServeRAID-7k SCSI Controller (39R8800)
  • May 18, 2006
      - ServeRAID-6i+ SCSI Controller (39R8793) - ServeRAID-7t SATA Controller (39R8805) - ServeRAID-6M SCSI Controller -- 128 MB Cache (39R8815) - ServeRAID-6M SCSI Controller -- 256 MB Cache (39R8816)
  • May 30, 2006: DPI 100-127v PDU -- 39Y8905
  • June 15, 2006
      - DPI 32amp/250v 3-Phase -- 39Y8999 - DPI 60 amp/208v 3-Phase -- 39Y9000

106-286 Power options for IBM BladeCenter and xSeries servers offer cost-effective, extended runtimes

At a glance

UPS 3000 LV, 3000 HV, and 3000 EBM

Cost-effective, extended runtime power backup to IBM xSeries (R) servers, in a more efficient use of space.

  • Up to 3,000-volt-amps (VA) and 2,700-watt load capacity (product dependent)
  • 2 U rack-mountable or stand-alone tower
  • Serial and network communications standard -- Lets you manage and control your power in a variety of methods
  • UPS management software integrates with IBM Director to deliver seamless systems management
  • Hot-swap battery pack
  • Optional runtime battery packs increase runtime under full load for up to 90 minutes when ac power fails
IBM DPI Enterprise Power Distribution Unit (PDU) and IBM DPI PDU+

Take control of your Distributed Power Interconnect (DPI) Enterprise and PDU+ rack-based products to simplify installation, consolidate line cord, and meet the electrical requirements to feed the IBM xSeries servers.

500 GB (1) HS and SS SATA HDDs

Two new 500 GB Serial ATA HDDs: One hot-swap and one simple swap

Overview

UPS 3000 LV, 3000 HV, and 3000 EBM

Help protect and substantially extend the backup power runtimes of your mission-critical, high power density applications with cost-effective, high-density, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) options.

The new IBM UPS 3000 LV, UPS 3000 HV, and UPS 3000 Extended Battery Module (EBM) offerings feature:

  • A suite of easy-to-use management tools
  • Extremely high quality, true online power protection
  • Rack-mounting or stand-alone tower installations
  • Space-saving 2 U units
  • Ability to extend backup power system runtimes up to 90 minutes with EBM when ac power fails
  • Three-year limited warranty (2)
Note: Up to four EBM can be added to a single UPS3000 to increase backup time.

IBM DPI (R) Enterprise PDU

These new models of the Enterprise PDU offer customers a higher level of flexibility to upgrade/change the application of the unit. Since these models of the Enterprise PDU are offered without line cords, customers have the ability to buy a line cord now for one power application and later purchase a different line cord to change the PDU's power application.

IBM DPI PDU+

  • Monitored power draw. These new PDU+ models provide power draw monitoring at the breaker level (every outlet in the C19 model, every pair of outlets in the C13 model).
  • Remote access to the monitoring data; no need to be right at the rack to view information.
  • Environmental monitoring. With the included EMP, you can get both temperature and humidity values at the environmental monitoring probe (which can be placed in the rack).
PDU line cords

A variety of line cords are offered to complete the PDU solution. These must be ordered separately from the PDU.

500 GB Hot Swap and Simple Swap SATA HDDs

Two new 500 GB Serial ATA (SATA) HDDs: One hot-swap and the other simple swap. The 500 GB HDDs are 3.5-inch drives.

IBM xSeries 585W and 625W Power Supply Options

  • xSeries 585 W power supply for x336 server systems
  • xSeries 625 W power supply for x346 server systems
xSeries 336 and xSeries 346 Servers

Refer to Hardware Announcement 106-239, dated April 4, 2006, for x336 details.

Refer to Hardware Announcement 106-249, dated April 4, 2006, for x346 details.

Key prerequisites

The UPS 3000 LV and UPS 3000 HV power supplies are ideal for environments where high-availability servers and components require backup power to sustain business activity. The following customer-supplied wall outlets and line cords are required:

  • UPS 3000 LV -- 100 V to 127 V, 30 A circuit (single phase)
  • UPS 3000 HV -- 200 V to 240 V, 16 to 20 A circuit (single phase)

Planned availability dates

Refer to the Planned availability dates section.

106-292 Datacenter for IBM System x3950 servers -- Datacenter-certified rack servers powered by dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors

At a glance

New models of the System x3950 server include:

  • Powerful dual-core Xeon MP-capable processors up to 3 GHz (1) and 4 MB L2 cache
  • Up to 512 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 ECC double data rate (DDR2) SDRAM system memory
  • Six Active 64-bit/266 MHz Peripheral Component Interconnect-X (PCI-X 2.0) slots
  • Integrated Broadcom 5704 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Six 2.5-inch hot-swap bays for flexible installation of HDDs, supporting up to 440.4 GB (2) internal data storage
Datacenter offerings feature:
  • Choice of new System x3950 Datacenter models
  • Rigorously tested stand-alone and cluster server system configurations that meet Microsoft certification requirements
  • Selection of Datacenter-certified and ServerProven (R) options
  • Optional software update subscriptions for future Microsoft Datacenter operating system releases and maintenance updates
  • Optional services for on-site installation, integration, and remote post-installation
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

The Datacenter Solution offering is for clients who want to install scalable System x3950 industry-standard technology to replace aging proprietary platforms or existing Microsoft Windows (TM)-based server solutions to greater than eight-way SMP capability.

This new set of Datacenter offerings is based on the newly enhanced System x3950 server.

For more information, refer to Hardware Announcement 106-277, dated April 25, 2006.

Windows Datacenter offerings

Datacenter solutions are ideal for enterprise and high-availability applications. Single-node four-socket (eight-core) to 32-socket (64-core) server configurations as well as multinode four-socket (eight-core) to 32-socket (64-core) Microsoft Certified cluster solutions are supported.

  • The Datacenter High Availability Program Offering delivers a fully configured, Datacenter-certified (3), preinstalled hardware and software operating system solution on four-socket (eight-core) to 32-socket (64-core) server configurations. It supports up to eight-node Microsoft Cluster Certified solutions for a tightly controlled, end-to-end supported environment for maximum availability.
  • The Datacenter Scalable Offering delivers a Windows Datacenter stand-alone server solution that scales from four-socket (eight-core) to 32-socket (64-core) without the need for a Datacenter-certified end-to-end solution. This offering is the ideal solution for clients who require maximum performance and scalability in a non-cluster environment.
  • System x3950 Datacenter offerings are now available with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Datacenter x64 Edition, in addition to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Datacenter Edition (32-bit).
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Datacenter x64 Editions support both 32-bit and 64-bit applications on the same system.

Key prerequisites

  • Monitor, keyboard, and mouse
  • SAS HDD or Serial Attach SCSI HDD
  • Rack
For additional details, refer to the Technical information section.

Planned availability dates

  • May 10, 2006, for Datacenter Scalable Offering, x64 models
  • May 15, 2006, for Datacenter Scalable Offering, 32-bit models
  • May 25, 2006, for Datacenter High Availability Program Offering, x64 models
  • June 19, 2006, for Datacenter High Availability Program Offering, 32-bit models

106-294 IBM BladeCenter JS20: The POWER of blade innovation

At a glance

IBM BladeCenter JS20 (8842-RTx) features:

  • Two single-core 64-bit PowerPC 970FX 2.2 GHz/512 KB L2 processors*
  • High-speed 2 GB ECC PC2700 DDR SDRAM memory standard; up to 8 GB memory for memory-intensive applications
  • 4 total DIMM slots
  • Dual Gigabit Ethernet connections with failover support
  • Integrated systems management processor
  • 4 Gb Fibre Channel Adapter for connection of SAN-based DASD
* Processor frequency may be reduced as part of the power management feature for extended thermal conditions. ----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001

Overview

The IBM BladeCenter (R) JS20 (8842-RTx) blade server combines performance and availability for the diverse demands of your datacenter. From telecommunications to company communications, the JS20 can be a key component in your strategy to reduce cost while improving reliability. The JS20 offers a choice of operating systems and BladeCenter chassis support for deployment flexibility.

Built around the proven reliability of the PowerPC (R) 970FX processors, the JS20 also offers high-speed memory, dual Gigabit Ethernet connections, as well as a comprehensive suite of high availability and systems management features.

The JS20 is designed with power management capabilities to enable the maximum possible up-time for your environment. Under certain short-term extended thermal conditions, the JS20 automatically reduces the frequency of the processors to maintain acceptable thermal levels. Refer to NEBS in the Operating environment section for additional details.

System management for the BladeCenter JS20:

  • AIX 5L (TM) V5.2: IBM Director V5.10 Agent and Cluster Systems Management (CSM) for AIX 5L, V1.5.1
  • AIX 5L V5.3: IBM Director V5.10 Server and Agent, and Cluster Systems Management (CSM) for AIX 5L, V1.5.1
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9: IBM Director V5.10 Server and Agent, and CSM for Linux (TM) on POWER (TM) V1.5.1
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS 3 for POWER: IBM Director V5.10 Server and Agent, and CSM for Linux on POWER V1.5.1
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS 4 for POWER: IBM Director V5.10 Server and Agent, and CSM for Linux on POWER V1.5.1
All systems in a cluster with Red Hat must have the same configuration for all software and hardware.

Key prerequisites

  • IBM 8720 or IBM 8730 BladeCenter T chassis with an available blade slot
  • Ethernet Switch Module (90P3776)
  • Fibre channel expansion card for boot and storage connection.
  • Rack

Planned availability date

May 19, 2006

106-296 IBM System x3650 T server -- Full-function, NEBS-compliant models for telecommunications environments

At a glance

The System x3650 T server is Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) Level 3/ETSI-compliant for telecommunications carrier grade environments. Its feature-rich configuration includes:

  • Dual 3.2 GHz (1) Xeon processors with 800 MHz front-side-bus (FSB)
  • One GB (2 x 512 MB) or two GB (2 x 1 GB) ECC system memory, 16 GB max
  • Dual-channel 100 or 133 MHz Ultra320 SCSI controller that supports internal and external SCSI devices
  • Two standard 3.5-inch, slim-high HDD bays, including two 146.8 GB Ultra320 SCSI HDDs; two models without HDDs
  • Two integrated Intel Gigabit Ethernet controllers
  • Integrated service processor for comprehensive systems management and remote control
  • Two 600-watt, -48 V dc, hot-swap redundant power supplies or two 600-watt ac, hot-swap redundant power supplies
  • Six adapter slots; three 100 MHz 5V full and three PCI-X LP
  • Rack-dense 2 U high by 20-inch-deep form factor
  • 24x-10x (2) CD-RW drive combo CD/DVD (RW) drive
  • Serial, combination keyboard and mouse, and two front or two back USB ports

Overview

The System x3650 T server is engineered from the start to support telecommunications environments where NEBS compliance is required. This full-function, cost-effective, carrier-grade solution combines Intel (R) processor technology and Linux (TM) operating system support to deliver high performance at a fraction of the cost of similar UNIX (R)-based solutions.

Ideally suited for telecommunications, wireless, and other applications that require dc power, these 2 U high, 20-inch deep rack models provide outstanding function for xSeries (R) products. Preconfigured with two-way SMP processors, substantial system memory, redundant power supplies, and Ultra320 SCSI HDDs, these servers are ready to handle advanced telco applications.

Performance features

  • Two 3.2 GHz Intel Xeon, 2 MB advanced transfer (full-speed) L2 cache with 800 MHz FSB processors; operations to memory and PCI bus interface at 400 MHz
  • 1 (2 x 512 MB) or 2 (2 x 1 GB) GB of high-speed DDR2 400 MHz memory synchronized to the 800 MHz FSB processor (maximum 16 GB)
  • 64-bit PCI buses that support three, low-profile PCI-X 133 MHz and three full-size 5 V 100 MHz adapters
  • Dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet controllers
  • Dual-channel 100 or 133 MHz Ultra320 SCSI PCI controller (Adaptec 7902W) that supports up to 293 GB (3), 10,000 rpm high-speed up to 320 MB/s, low-voltage SCSI (LVDS) internal data storage and external solutions
  • Two 146.8 GB 10,000 rpm Ultra320 SCSI HDD; 52x and 53x models without HDDs
Systems management and serviceability
  • Integrated service processor that controls system power, resets power, and monitors voltages, temperatures, fans, and communication with secondary controllers
  • ECC memory to detect and correct many single-bit memory errors
  • Two 600-watt, -48 V dc, hot-swap, redundant power supplies that support full configurations while providing high availability, or two 600 watt ac, hot swap redundant power supplies
  • Fast and easy to service with activity/status and system fault LEDs on front control panel and diagnostics LEDs throughout the system
For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit Alternatively, this information is also available by calling 800-426-7378 or contacting your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.

Key prerequisites

  • Monitor, keyboard, mouse, and rack
  • Appropriate dc power source and customer-supplied wiring

Planned availability date

May 5, 2006

*** Software Announcements ***

206-087 Revised announcement: IBM Rational Systems Developer V6.0.1 allows additional product migration

Overview

In Software Announcement 206-025, dated January 31, 2006, the following products were listed as qualifying products for migration to IBM Rational (R) Systems Developer:

  • IBM Rational Rose (R) XDE (R) Developer for Java (TM)
  • IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer Plus
  • IBM Rational Rose Developer for UNIX (R)
Additionally, IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Visual Studio also qualifies for migration to IBM Rational Systems Developer.

The following process details for migrating from qualifying products to IBM Rational Systems Developer were omitted from the earlier announcement:

  • IBM Rational Systems Developer is part of the migration target path for IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Visual Studio. Future product announcements will complete the definition of the full, planned migration target path for IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Visual Studio.
  • Future product announcements will also complete the definition of the full, planned migration target path for IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer Plus, which does not consist solely of IBM Rational Systems Developer.
  • IBM Rational Systems Developer does represent the complete migration target path for IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Java, and for IBM Rational Rose Developer for UNIX.
  • Customers holding entitlements to any of the following products can begin to access the IBM Rational Systems Developer product and use it on a fully supported basis at this time, without having to first request an actual migration of their entitlements over to IBM Rational Systems Developer:
      - IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Java

      - IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Visual Studio

      - IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer Plus

      - IBM Rational Rose Developer for UNIX

This does not represent an additional product entitlement. It only represents, as a convenience, the ability to begin to adopt the target product from an operational standpoint, without having to first request the migration of existing entitlements.

Customers who currently hold entitlements to IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer Plus and IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Visual Studio are encouraged to not request migration of their entitlements to IBM Rational Systems Developer until such time as further product announcements have been made and the complete migration paths for those products are in place.

Customers who currently hold entitlements to IBM Rational Rose XDE Developer for Java and IBM Rational Rose Developer for UNIX are encouraged to adopt IBM Rational Systems Developer operationally and request migration of their entitlements to IBM Rational Systems Developer at their earliest convenience.

No withdrawal announcements have been made for any of the qualifying products listed here, so at this time, there is no deadline for users of those products to adopt and migrate to IBM Rational Systems Developer.

For more information about IBM Rational Systems Developer, refer to Software Announcement 206-025, dated January 31, 2006.

For more information on IBM Rational products, visit For more information about the IBM Passport Advantage (R) program, visit

Planned availability date

April 25, 2006

206-088 IBM WebSphere Process Server and WebSphere ESB for z/OS powers your SOA on IBM System z

At a glance

IBM WebSphere Process Server and WebSphere ESB for z/OS features include:

  • Common integration platform
  • Robust process automation
  • Comprehensive human workflow
  • Enterprise service bus (ESB)
  • Composite applications
  • Native Java Message Service (JMS) and Web services
  • Retaining z/OS Qualities of Service
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: LE001

Overview

WebSphere (R) Process Server for z/OS (R) and WebSphere Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) for z/OS introduce rich business integration capabilities to power your service-oriented architecture (SOA) on System z (TM). Built to a common unified standards-based platform, both programs are designed to extend the value of core applications and databases while retaining the availability, security, and recoverability qualities of System z.

WebSphere ESB for z/OS delivers a flexible connectivity infrastructure to integrate applications and services. It can be used to reduce the number and complexity of interfaces:

  • Matches and routes messages between services
  • Converts transport protocols between requestor and service
  • Transforms message formats between requestor and service
  • Distributes business events to and from disparate resources
With Web services and Java (TM) Message Service (JMS) connectivity and service-oriented integration, you can improve flexibility, minimize disruption, and allow intelligent interactions with business events.

WebSphere Process Server for z/OS delivers robust process automation, advanced human workflow, business rules, application integration, and enterprise service bus capabilities on a single, integrated platform on z/OS with native Web services and JMS support.

  • Delivers process choreography and state machines
  • Provides rules for flexible decision making
  • Allows object mapping and enterprise service bus message transformation
  • Creates cross-referencing between common business objects
  • Supports staff and human task management for workflow
  • Offers selectors to dynamically invoke service components
Designed to make plug and play of service components for business integration a reality, WebSphere Process Server for z/OS can automate all styles of business processes, while supporting the end-to-end process life cycle.

Leveraging a common platform facilitates the creation of composite applications, lets you to create a modular, integrated software portfolio incrementally while maximizing reuse of skills throughout the software stack. Elements of the unified platform shared by WebSphere Process Server and WebSphere ESB for z/OS include:

  • Service Component Architecture
  • Common install, administration, and security infrastructure
  • Supports range of application adapters and ISV solutions
  • Common Event Infrastructure for monitoring
Both WebSphere Process Server and WebSphere ESB for z/OS use WebSphere Integration Developer as their companion tool, offering rich visual editors to create composite integration solutions. This tooling, based on Eclipse technology, can be combined with the entire suite of WebSphere and IBM Rational (R) tools. It supports the SOA life cycle and service integration on System z.

Key prerequisites

z/OS V1.4, or later

Planned availability date

June 23, 2006

206-090 Sub-capacity licensing for select IBM Passport Advantage eligible programs running on x86 servers helps improve flexibility and price/performance

At a glance

With the benefits of sub-capacity licensing, you may:

  • More effectively consolidate your infrastructure and help reduce your overall total cost of ownership
  • Utilize the benefits of hardware partitioning, which includes advanced IBM virtualization capabilities, such as shared processor pools, micropartitioning, and dynamic reallocation of resources with flexible software licensing support
  • Utilize the benefits of hardware partitioning, which includes virtualization capabilities offered by VMware ESX Server, VMware GSX Server, Sun Solaris 10 Containers, and HP-UX 11i vPAR technologies
  • Gain the flexibility to choose how to add workload environments without making trade-offs between hardware design and software licensing
  • License software for only one or more partitions in which it runs
  • Track and manage your IBM software license use
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001

Overview

IBM continues to lead the industry in delivering On Demand Business solutions with flexible pricing and financing models that enable you to exploit new technology. IBM has already taken important steps in this area, including sub-capacity and On/Off Capacity on demand offerings, and the complementary hardware and software offerings.

IBM considers sub-capacity licensing to be a strategic offering within the on demand portfolio. Sub-capacity licensing lets customers license an eligible software program for use on less than the full processor capacity of your machine, when the software program is used within one or more partitions. IBM announced sub-capacity licensing on the IBM eServer zSeries (R) in 2001, and followed up with additional sub-capacity licensing support for zSeries in 2004. In April 2005, IBM extended sub-capacity licensing to the UNIX (R), IBM eServer iSeries (TM), and selected Linux (TM) environments.

For additional announcement information, see the Reference information section.

In an effort to expand on demand offerings, IBM extends sub-capacity licensing benefits to selected Passport Advantage (R) programs licensed on a per-processor basis in select x86 servers (Intel (R)-based and AMD-based) running VMware ESX Server, VMware GSX Server, or Microsoft (TM) Virtual Server, as well as extending sub-capacity support in select UNIX servers (Solaris 10, HP-UX 11iv2). For a list of partitioning technologies supported under sub-capacity licensing terms, refer to the Platforms eligible for sub-capacity licensing section.

IBM is also delivering IBM Tivoli (R) License Compliance Manager for IBM Software, a tool for you to track and report your software assets in order for you to take advantage of these flexible pricing terms. V2.2 of IBM Tivoli License Compliance Manager for IBM Software (formerly IBM Tivoli License Manager) must be used by customers who wish to take advantage of sub-capacity licensing for x86 servers and UNIX servers running Solaris 10 or HP-UX 11iv2.

New and existing Passport Advantage customers will need to agree to the terms of an attachment to their Passport Advantage Agreement and submit a new Passport Advantage Enrollment Form to IBM or an authorized IBM Business Partner.

Key prerequisites

The sub-capacity offering is available on eligible distributed Passport Advantage programs that run on UNIX (AIX (R), HP-UX, and Solaris), i5/OS (TM), OS/400 (R), Windows (TM) (x86), and Linux (IBM eServer pSeries (R), iSeries, and zSeries models). The Sun Fire T1000 and Sun Fire T2000 servers do not currently qualify for sub-capacity licensing.

The customer must monitor use on a continuous basis with IBM Tivoli License Compliance Manager for IBM Software V2.2. A customer must migrate from IBM Tivoli License Manager V2.1 to IBM Tivoli License Compliance Manager for IBM Software V2.2, if they wish to take advantage of the additional partitioning technology support that IBM is announcing today.

Availability date

April 25, 2006

  • Passport Advantage
  • Passport Advantage Express

206-091 IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler V3.3.2 helps deliver improved job scheduling

At a glance

IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler V3.3.2:

  • Is the new name for IBM LoadLeveler for Linux
  • Adds updates for the Linux platform
  • Delivers support for AIX 5L
  • Adds new media part number for the AIX 5L platform
  • Helps balance workload across the enterprise
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001

Overview

IBM Tivoli (R) Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler (R) is the new name for IBM LoadLeveler for Linux (TM). IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler V3.3.2 can help improve productivity by balancing the workload across your IT environment. It is a versatile workload management system for serial and parallel batch jobs that is designed for ease of use, efficiency, reliability, and availability. By using IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler LoadLeveler V3.3.2, you can view a cluster of systems as a single computational resource to help dispatch jobs and balance workload across various systems in the network with optimum productivity.

New in V3.3.2

  • Updates to the Linux platform
  • Support for the AIX 5L (TM) platform
  • New media part number for AIX (R)
Refer to Software Announcement 205-192, dated August 23, 2005, for related previously announced marketing, technical, and Passport Advantage (R) information.

Planned availability date

April 28, 2006

206-092 IBM Workplace Services Express V2.6 provides improved performance, DB2 Express and Workplace Designer

At a glance

IBM Workplace Services Express V2.6 allows you to:

  • Benefit from improved performance
  • Deploy using the integrated copy of DB2 (R) Express
  • Build custom Workplace Services Express applications using the included copy of IBM Workplace Designer
IBM Workplace Services Express V2.6 continues to provide:
  • A solution for document management, instant messaging, and portal on one server
  • Choice between user-based and processor-based licensing options
  • Operation with Microsoft Office 2000, XP, and 2003

Overview

IBM Workplace Services Express V2.6 provides tools and functionality to help improve employee productivity by allowing teams to share documents, collaborate on projects, and access the business applications and content they need to accomplish their jobs. These same capabilities can be provided to extended teams, which include Business Partners and customers as well.

What's new in Workplace Services Express:

  • Improved performance
  • IBM DB2 Universal Database (R) Express Edition included
  • IBM Workplace Designer V2.6 included
Workplace Services Express continues to provide:
  • Team collaboration on documents and projects
  • Instant messaging for rapid communications with teammates
  • Portal access to business applications and content
  • Attractive total cost of ownership through the ability to use your existing Microsoft (TM) Office 2000, XP, and 2003 licenses with IBM Workplace Services Express
  • Simplified system management through single server operation

Key prerequisites

Refer to the Hardware requirements and Software requirements sections for details.

Planned availability dates

  • April 28, 2006: Electronic software delivery
  • May 19, 2006: Media and documentation

206-093 IBM WebSphere Business Monitor V6.0.1 supports national language translations

At a glance

IBM WebSphere Business Monitor delivers:

  • The ability to monitor critical business processes in real time, and to be alerted of anomalous situations
  • An adaptive action manager component that invokes a selected real-time action or set of actions based upon predefined rules and policies
  • Customizable and visually intuitive "dashboard views," implemented as WebSphere Portal pages, that enable you to assess business process performance against goals
  • Multidimensional analysis and reports supported through the dashboards, with embedded business intelligence and user-controlled filtering
  • The ability to understand and transform your business through insightful business modeling, simulation, analysis, and innovation -- all enabled with WebSphere Business Modeler Advanced (included with WebSphere Business Monitor)
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001

Overview

This announcement satisfies the statement of direction included in Software Announcement 205-227, dated September 12, 2005, regarding national language translations.

Close monitoring of key business performance metrics can drive continuous improvement and empower innovation and optimization. WebSphere (R) Business Monitor gives you this capability through:

  • A visual display of business process status, allowing you to monitor these processes in real time
  • Alerts and notifications to key users of anomalous situations and critical events requiring action
  • Metrics in the form of multiple views of business performance measured against targets, including a "scorecard view" for executives
WebSphere Business Monitor provides significant new enhancements to the IBM business process management portfolio, and is tightly integrated with both WebSphere Business Modeler and WebSphere Process Server. It also provides support for the Common Event Infrastructure (CEI) by leveraging the Common Base Event (CBE) format for receiving and emitting events, as implemented through the WebSphere Process Server.

WebSphere Business Monitor includes one copy of WebSphere Business Modeler Advanced, providing sophisticated, intuitive modeling and simulation capabilities to precisely model the critical aspects of your business. When the WebSphere Business Monitor is used in conjunction with WebSphere Business Modeler, you can create a business measures model that specifically identifies activities to be monitored, including events, business metrics, and key performance indicators. Once the model is complete, WebSphere Business Monitor then recognizes the model and the measurements to be captured from incoming events.

The IBM business process management portfolio allows you to model, deploy, monitor, and analyze critical processes, and to take action based on informed and timely decisions, resulting in real-time competitive advantage.

Key prerequisites

  • Microsoft (TM) Windows (TM) 2000
  • Microsoft Windows 2003
  • IBM AIX (R) V5.2 or AIX V5.3
For details, refer to

Planned availability dates

  • April 27, 2006 -- V6.0.1 Electronic delivery
  • May 26, 2006 -- V6.0.1 Media

206-094 IBM Parallel Environment for Linux extends parallel application development to Linux

At a glance

Parallel Environment for Linux is a high-function execution environment for parallel applications running on Linux:

  • Offers a fully-threaded Message Passing Interface (MPI) library with full MPI 1.2 function and much of MPI 2 function, including MPI-I/O and MPI one-sided operations
  • Offers MPI-IO which, with GPFS, supports the kind of high-volume and high-speed file I/O required by many parallel applications
  • Gives the software developer a parallel API in a controlled, user-friendly environment for the execution and monitoring of parallel applications
  • Offers the ability to compile and run applications using the LAPI communications library, shipped with Parallel Environment for Linux
  • Supports the GNU open software foundation compiler as well as IBM compilers
  • Supports the use of many ISV products that apply parallel computation to specific problems

Overview

If your business has clusters of IBM systems running Linux (TM), Parallel Environment for Linux, V4.2 can offer you a way to improve resource utilization and reduce time to solution in a cluster environment. Parallel Environment can offer high-performance and fast job turn-around time for numerically intensive and demanding scientific, technical, and strategic business applications.

Based on the Parallel Environment for AIX 5L (TM) product offering, Parallel Environment for Linux delivers support for parallel application development and execution on xSeries (R) (Intel (R)-based), and IBM AMD-based (e325, e326) processors running Linux.

Parallel Environment for Linux can be used on a single server to develop parallel applications for use on a Linux cluster. These parallel applications can then be moved to a networked cluster of servers delivering substantial performance gains. Parallel Environment and Message Passing Interface (MPI) are also useful for applying a parallel solution to problems which are utilizing too much data to be managed on a single workstation.

Parallel Environment is designed to offer a user-friendly, run-time environment for the execution of parallel applications. The components of Parallel Environment are:

  • The Parallel Operating Environment (POE) for submitting and managing jobs
  • An MPI library for communication among the tasks that make up a parallel program
  • Parallel utilities for easing file manipulation
  • Integration with the Low-level Application Programming Interface (LAPI) used as a common communications protocol transport layer

Key prerequisites

  • Select IBM eServer (R) systems running Linux
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9, Service Pack 3 or
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4, Update 3

Planned availability dates

  • April 28, 2006, electronic download
  • June 2, 2006, CD media

206-095 IBM General Parallel File System for Linux Multiplatform, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

At a glance

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for Linux Multiplatform, V3.1 offers:

  • Information Lifecycle Management, to allow more flexible support of different disk classes
  • Improved multicluster support and use of multiple networks
  • Administration usability and flexibility improvements
  • Support for mixed clusters of IBM eServer servers sharing file system services running Linux or AIX 5L (TM)
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001

Overview

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for Linux (TM) Multiplatform is ideal for high-performance parallel file transfer and parallel I/O to single or multiple files. The key strengths of GPFS are multicluster support, superior scalability and performance, ability to support extremely large files, failure recovery, and ease of administration.

Version 3.1 enhancements:

  • New Information Lifecycle Management support with the introduction of storage pools, policy-based file management, and filesets.

    GPFS is designed to help you to achieve data lifecycle management efficiencies through policy-driven automation and tiered storage management. User-defined policies provide the ability to better match the cost of your storage resources to the value of your data.

      - Storage pools allow you to manage your file system's storage in groups. You may now partition your storage based on such factors as performance, locality, and reliability.

      - Filesets provide for partitioning of a file system, allowing administrative operations at a finer granularity than the entire file system.

      - New commands and APIs support storage pools, policies, and filesets.

  • Elimination of the need for communication between nodes in different remote clusters.
  • Enhancements to multicluster file access. You can specify the use of multiple networks for a node in your cluster, thus allowing both the use of internal networks within a cluster and the use of external addresses for remote clusters.
  • Enhanced file system mounting and Network Shared Disk functions.
  • Improved performance and scalability via option to distribute the token manager.

Key prerequisites

Any combinations of the following:

  • IBM eServer xSeries (R) servers
  • IBM eServer 325, 326, or 326M
  • IBM eServer BladeCenter (R) servers
  • IBM eServer Cluster 1350
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4

Planned availability date

April 28, 2006

206-099 IBM Tivoli Identity Manager Express V4.6 availability for Linux platforms and Host Edition adapters

Overview

IBM Tivoli (R) Identity Manager (ITIM) Express V4.6 provides a simple, secure, and effective solution to help mid-sized companies with essential password management, user provisioning, and user access rights auditing capabilities. It offers the ability to manage user accounts, access permissions, and passwords, from creation to termination. Centralized management and self-care user administration extend its scale and accuracy, and IBM Tivoli Identity Manager Express is easy to install, deploy, and manage, providing rapid time to value.

IBM Tivoli Identity Manager Express offers the following features:

  • Out-of-the-box, self-service account access request, with approval workflows that allows users to request and receive the services they need
  • Self-care password management and challenge/response reset that empower users and reduce costly password resets
  • Centralized user access tracking to systematically monitor access rights with integrated compliance reporting
  • An intuitive user interface, which provides all users with a simple, straightforward experience
  • Installed/bundled adapters that offer the ability to remotely configure target resources
  • Rapid installation tools that help deliver quick time to value
  • Simple administrative features that enable IT administrators to easily configure and manage the identity management solution
New in this announcement

Host Edition adapters: These are downloadable adapters. The name and part number are Identity Manager Host Edition Value Units License and SW Maintenance 12 Months (D52ELLL). Adapters included with the Host Edition are RACF (R) and i5/OS (TM) (previously known as OS/400 (R)). The HP OpenVMS will not be available for ITIM Express (5724-L98). The HP OpenVMS will continue to be available for IBM Tivoli Identity Manager V4.6 (5724-C34).

Due to the constantly changing nature of these systems, adapters are updated frequently and are available through download only. For a current list of available adapters go to IBM reserves the right to add or remove adapters from a group, move adapters between groups, and add or remove adapter groups at any time without prior notice.

Refer to Software announcement 206-041, dated February 28, 2006.

Planned availability dates

Linux platform support:

  • April 28, 2006 -- Electronic software delivery
  • May 19, 2006 -- Media delivery
Host Edition adapters (electronic software delivery)
  • RACF: Available now
  • i5/OS: June 30, 2006
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001

206-100 IBM General Parallel File System for Linux on POWER, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

At a glance

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for Linux on POWER, V3.1 offers:

  • Information Lifecycle Management, to allow more flexible support of different disk classes
  • Improved multicluster support and use of multiple networks
  • Administration usability and flexibility improvements
  • Support for mixed clusters of IBM eServer servers sharing file system services running Linux or AIX 5L (TM)
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001

Overview

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for Linux (TM) on POWER (TM) is ideal for high-performance parallel file transfer and parallel I/O to single or multiple files. The key strengths of GPFS are multicluster support, superior scalability and performance, ability to support extremely large files, failure recovery, and ease of administration.

Version 3.1 enhancements:

  • Information Lifecycle Management support with the introduction of storage pools, policy-based file management, and filesets. GPFS is designed to help you to achieve data lifecycle management efficiencies through policy-driven automation and tiered storage management. User-defined policies provide the ability to better match the cost of your storage resources to the value of your data.
      - Storage pools allow you to manage your file system's storage in groups. You may now partition your storage based on such factors as performance, locality, and reliability.

      - Filesets provide for partitioning of a file system, allowing administrative operations at a finer granularity than the entire file system.

      - New commands and APIs support storage pools, policies, and filesets.

  • Elimination of the need for communication between nodes in different remote clusters.
  • Enhancements to multicluster file access. You can specify the use of multiple networks for a node in your cluster, thus allowing both the use of internal networks within a cluster and the use of external addresses for remote clusters.
  • Enhanced file system mounting and Network Shared Disk functions.
  • Improved performance and scalability via option to distribute the token manager.

Key prerequisites

  • IBM System p5 (TM) servers or
  • IBM eServer pSeries (R) servers or
  • IBM eServer p5 servers or
  • IBM eServer BladeCenter (R) servers or
  • IBM eServer OpenPower.
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 or
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 (AS, ES, or WS).

Planned availability date

April 28, 2006

206-101 IBM General Parallel File System for AIX 5L, V3 offers Information Lifecycle Management and enhanced multicluster support

At a glance

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for AIX 5L, V3.1 offers:

  • Information Lifecycle Management, to allow more flexible support of different disk classes
  • Improved multicluster support and use of multiple networks
  • Improved file serving for Network Filesystem (NFS) V4 functions and performance
  • Administration usability and flexibility improvements
  • Support for mixed clusters of IBM eServer servers sharing file system services running Linux (TM) or AIX 5L
----------------------------------------- For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: RE001

Overview

IBM General Parallel File System (GPFS) for AIX 5L (TM) is ideal for high-performance parallel file transfer and parallel I/O to single or multiple files. The key strengths of GPFS are multicluster support, superior scalability and performance, ability to support extremely large files, failure recovery, and ease of administration.

Version 3.1 enhancements:

  • Information Lifecycle Management support with the introduction of storage pools, policy-based file management, and filesets.

    GPFS is designed to help you to achieve data lifecycle management efficiencies through policy-driven automation and tiered storage management. User-defined policies provide the ability to better match the cost of your storage resources to the value of your data.

      - Storage pools allow you to manage your file system's storage in groups. You may now partition your storage based on such factors as performance, locality, and reliability.

      - Filesets provide for partitioning of a file system, allowing administrative operations at a finer granularity than the entire file system.

      - New commands and APIs support storage pools, policies, and filesets.

  • Elimination of the need for communication between nodes in different remote clusters.
  • Enhancements to multicluster file access. You can specify the use of multiple networks for a node in your cluster, thus allowing both the use of internal networks within a cluster and the use of external addresses for remote clusters.
  • Enhancements to the support of NFS V4 on AIX 5L, including enhanced ACL behavior and performance improvements.
  • Enhanced file system mounting and Network Shared Disk functions.
  • Improved performance and scalability via option to distribute the token manager.

Key prerequisites

  • AIX 5L for POWER (TM) V5.3
  • IBM System p5 (TM) servers or
  • IBM eServer pSeries (R) servers or
  • IBM eServer p5 servers or
  • IBM eServer BladeCenter (R) servers or
  • IBM eServer Cluster 1600

Planned availability date

April 28, 2006

*** Marketing Announcements ***

306-104 Price changes: IBM DS4100 Midrange Disk System model and a selected feature

Overview

Today, IBM announces decreases in purchase prices on a model and a selected feature of IBM DS4100 Midrange Disk System.

The new, lower purchase prices are effective April 25, 2006.

*** Withdrawal Announcements ***

906-082 Hardware withdrawal: Selected IBM xSeries options -- Replacements available

Overview

On the effective withdrawal date, IBM will withdraw from marketing the products listed in the Products withdrawn section. After that date, you can no longer obtain these products directly from IBM. You can obtain these products through authorized remarketers or IBM authorized PC dealers while supplies last.

These xSeries (R) products, however, may be obtained on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners, resellers, or distributors.

These products, while no longer marketed by IBM, may continue to be available from authorized Option Continuation Program (OCP) resellers. For details on this program and a listing of authorized OCP resellers, visit Replacement product information: Refer to the Replacement products section.

906-084 Software service discontinuance: IBM WebSphere Development Studio Client for iSeries V5.1 and IBM WebSphere Development Studio Client Advanced Edition for iSeries V5.1

Overview

Effective April 30, 2007, IBM will withdraw support from the following product releases licensed under the IBM International Program License Agreement:

Program Program number release name 5724-A81 WebSphere(R) Development Studio Client for 5724-D46 WebSphere Dev Studio Client Adv Ed for

The withdrawal of support also applies to WebSphere Development Studio for iSeries (5722-WDS) customers who are using WebSphere Development Studio Client for iSeries V5.1 or WebSphere Development Studio Client Advanced Edition for iSeries V5.1. These customers should upgrade to the latest WebSphere Development Studio Client release.

For WebSphere Development Studio Client refresh pack V6.0.1 ordering information, refer to Software Announcement 206-021, dated January 31, 2006.

Installation support: Remote technical support provided by Electronic Service Request (ESR), IBM Support Line will be withdrawn.

Remote Technical Support provides product support services for new defects. All other elements of IBM support offering(s) will continue to be provided.

Refer to the software support Web site for product support information Trademarks

iSeries is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. WebSphere is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

906-086 Software service discontinuance and support: IBM DB2 Content Manager for z/OS, V8.2

Overview

Effective April 30, 2007, IBM will discontinue program services for IBM DB2 (R) Content Manager for z/OS (R) (5697-H60) V8.2 licensed under the IBM Customer Agreement.

Replacement product information

Program Withdrawn program Replacement program number DB2 Content DB2 Content 5697-H60 Manager for Manager for z/OS V8.2 z/OS V8.3

For additional information, refer to Software announcement 205-077, dated March 29, 2005.

Direct customer support: Remote Technical Support provided through this product's IBM support offering(s) software services and support organization will be withdrawn. Remote Technical Support provides product support services for new defects. All other elements of this product's IBM support offering(s) will continue to be provided.

Refer to the Software Support Web site for product support information Trademarks

DB2 and z/OS are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

"The summary above is the entire text of this announcement."

906-089 Software withdrawal and support discontinuance: Selected IBM Systems software -- Replacements available

Overview

Effective on the dates listed, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following programs and all associated features licensed under the IBM International Program License Agreement (IPLA):

Program Program Effective number name date 5771-PSP PSSP SW Maintenance May 31, 2006 5773-PSP PSSP SW Maintenance May 31, 2006 5771-GPF GPFS for AIX(R), SW Maintenance April 25, 2006 5773-GPF GPFS for AIX, SW Maintenance April 25, 2006 5771-GLP GPFS for Linux(TM), April 25, 2006 SW Maintenance 5773-GLP GPFS for Linux, SW Maintenance April 25, 2006 5765-G22 IBM Grid Toolbox for AIX, V1 July 28, 2006 5765-G29 IBM Grid Toolbox for Linux July 28, 2006 on xSeries(R), V1 5733-GD1 IBM Grid Toolbox for Linux July 28, 2006 on iSeries(R) and pSeries(R), V1 5733-GT1 IBM Grid Toolbox for OS/400(R), V1 July 28, 2006

Effective July 28, 2006, IBM will withdraw program warranty service for the following program releases licensed under the IPLA:

  • IBM Grid Toolbox for AIX, V1 (5765-G22)
  • IBM Grid Toolbox for Linux on xSeries, V1 (5765-G29)
  • IBM Grid Toolbox for Linux on iSeries and pSeries, V1 (5733-GD1)
  • IBM Grid Toolbox for OS/400, V1 (5733-GT1)
On or after the effective dates of withdrawal, you can no longer order these products directly from IBM or an IBM Distributor.

The IBM Grid Toolbox functionality is replaced by Univa's product, Univa Globus Enterprise (UGE). This product is available through Univa Corporation Inquiries and downloads should be directed to partners@univa.com.

Replacement program information: Refer to the Replacement programs section.

906-090 Hardware withdrawal: Selected Cisco MDS 9000 products resold by IBM -- Replacements available

Overview

Effective May 25, 2006, and October 27, 2006, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following features of the Cisco MDS 9000 products resold by IBM:

  • Cisco MDS 9506 and 9509 Multilayer Directors Telco models
  • Cisco Course Wavelength-Division (CWDM) products and features
  • Selected Line Cards and Modules
Effective May 25, 2006, the following Caching Services Module features will be withdrawn:
  • Caching Services Module, feature number 2300
  • Additional Caching Services Module, feature number 2301
  • Ship Group for Caching Services Module, feature number 9930
Refer to the Withdrawn products section for details.

On or after the effective dates of withdrawal, you can no longer order these features directly from IBM or an IBM Authorized Distributor. IBM's supply of the withdrawn products is limited. Orders for the withdrawn products received on or before the effective date will be acknowledged on an as-available basis.

Models and features associated with the Cisco MDS 9000 family of Fabric Switch and Director products (machine type 2062), not listed in this announcement, continue to be available. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners.

906-091 Hardware withdrawal: Selected IBM Kiosk models from machine types 4835 and 4838 -- Replacements available

Overview

Effective June 30, 2006, IBM will withdraw from marketing the following products. On or after the effective date of withdrawal, you can no longer order these products directly from IBM. You can obtain the products on an as-available basis through IBM Business Partners.

Machine Description type Model Feature NetVista (TM) Kiosk Model 153 4835 153 NetVista Kiosk Model 15W 4835 15W Anyplace Kiosk Model 13V 4838 13V Anyplace Kiosk Model 1ZV 4838 1ZV 512 MB Total System Memory 4835 153 7793 Independent video adapter function 4835 153, 15W 2015 Compact Flash (512 MB) 4835 153, 15W 7803 1 GB Total System Memory 4835 153, 15W 7795 2 GB Total System Memory 4835 153, 15W 7796

Replacement product information

Machine/model Withdrawn product Replacement product feature/part NetVista Kiosk Anyplace Kiosk 4838 Note 1 Model 153 Model 135 NetVista Kiosk Anyplace Kiosk 4838 Note 1 Model 15W Model E35 Anyplace Kiosk Note 2 Model 13V Anyplace Kiosk Note 2 Model 1ZV

Note 1 -- If an enclosure is required contact your Geography Sales Team. Note 2 -- IBM recommends selection from the current Anyplace Kiosk machine type 4838 models.

906-094 Hardware withdrawal: Selected models of IBM BladeCenter JS20 -- Replacements available

Overview

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Cisco Unified Wireless IP Phone Guide 7920 for Cisco CallManger Express 3.2 and Later


Using Advanced Call Features

Advanced call handling tasks require access to special features. Your system administrator might configure these features for your phone depending on your call-handling needs and work environment.

Parking and Retrieving Parked Calls

You can use the Call Park feature to store a connected call in the Cisco Unified CallManager system, then you or a co-worker can retrieve the parked call from another phone in a conference room or in a co-worker's office.

If you want to... Then...
Store an active call by using Call Park

During a call, press or to switch to Park and press the softkey.

The system stores the call and displays the call park number.

Note the call park number that you must use to retrieve the parked call.

Retrieve a parked call

If your phone receives a call park notification:

•Press the PickUp soft key followed by the asterisk (*).

•Press the PickUp soft key followed by the call part slot number.


Tip•If the screen does not display a call park number, then the Call Park feature is not available for your phone.

•You have a limited amount of time to retrieve the parked call before it reverts to ringing at its original destination. See your system administrator for this time limit.

Redirecting a Ringing Call to Your Phone By Using Call PickUp

Call PickUp allows you to redirect a call that is ringing on a co-worker's phone to your own phone so you can answer it. Your system administrator can set up a Call Pickup group for extensions that share call handling responsibilities.

When you want to answer calls to phones that do not belong to your Call Pickup group, you need to have the call group pickup code. Your system administrator defines Call Pickup groups and group pickup codes.

If you want to... Then...
Answer a call that is ringing on another phone within your Call Pickup group

Choose any available line on your phone and press or to switch to PickUp and press the softkey.

Press the asterisk (*) to transfer control of the call to your phone.

Answer a call that is ringing on an extension outside your Pickup group

Choose any available line on your phone and press or to switch to GPickup.

Dial the pickup group number where the phone is ringing to transfer control of the call to your phone.

Note Obtain the call group pickup code from the system administrator.


Tip If several calls come in when you activate Pickup or Group Pickup, the first unanswered call rings at your phone.

Understanding Shared Lines

Your system administrator might give you a "shared" line. Shared line features do not apply to standard, unshared lines. Typically, a shared line has two main uses:

•One person applies a shared line to multiple phones—For example, your shared line, 23456, applies to your wireless IP phone and to your office desktop phone. An incoming call to 23456 rings on your desk and on your wireless IP phone, and you can use either phone to answer the call.

•Multiple people share a line—For example, you are a manager who shares a line and extension number with your assistant. An incoming call to the extension rings on both of the phones.

If you want to... Then...
Move a call to another shared line

Place the shared-line call on hold. Press Resume on another phone with the shared line.


Using the Phone Book and Speed Dial Features

The Directory menu provides access to these features:

•Personal Phone Book

•Speed Dial

•Corporate Directory

To help you set up and use these features, this chapter includes the following sections:

•Using the Phone Book

•Configuring Speed Dial Hot Keys

Your Cisco Unified Wireless IP Phone 7920 comes with a local phone book feature. Use the Phone Book option to view phone book entries, to add or edit phone book entries, and to set up speed-dial numbers. You can access entries in your phone book by pressing the PhBook softkey.

Using the Phone Book

If you want to... Then...
Browse the phone book to see a list of entries

Press PhBook. The phone displays entry names.

If there are no phone book entries, "Empty" displays.

View an entry in the Phone Book

Scroll to the desired phone book entry and press Detail. The phone book entry item displays the name with the list of associated phone numbers.

Dial a number from the Phone Book

Press PhBook and scroll to an entry.

Press to dial the number. The phone dials the first number in the phone book entry.

Dial a specific number from the Phone Book

Press PhBook and scroll to an entry. Press Detail and scroll to the desired phone number.

Press to dial the number.

Edit an existing phone book entry

Press PhBook and scroll to an entry. Press Detail and scroll to the item in the entry to edit. See Figure 7.

Press Edit and follow the instructions in the Entering and Editing Text, page 21.

When you have edited the entry, press OK, then press Save.


Adding or Changing Entries in the Phone Book

You can add a new phone book entry or change an existing entry by using the Directory menu. You must enter the phone number for each phone book entry exactly as you would dial the number. You can add the information as shown in Figure 7.

Figure 7 Phone Book Entry

1

Contact person's name

2

Office phone number entry

3

Home phone number entry

4

Cellular phone number entry

5

E-mail address entry


If you want to... Then...
Browse the phone book entries

Press Menu and select Directory> Phone Book then select Names to see the entries.

View the information in a phone book entry

Scroll to a phone book entry and press Detail.

Add a new phone book entry

Choose Menu >Directory> Phone Book > Add. The screen displays as shown in Figure 7.

Scroll to the entry item and press Select. Enter the name or phone number by following instructions in the Entering and Editing Text, page 21.

When you have finished the entry, press OK, then press Save.

Press Back to return to the Directory menu.

Edit an existing phone book entry

Choose Menu > Directory >Phone Book > Names, then scroll to an entry. Press Detail and scroll to the item to edit, such as Home number.

Edit the item by following instructions in Entering and Editing Text, page 21.

When you have finished, press OK, then press Save.

Press Back to return to the Directory menu.

Erase a phone book entry

Choose Menu > Directory > Phone Book > Names, then scroll to an entry. Press or to switch to Erase.

Press Erase and press OK to confirm that you want to erase the phone record.

Press to switchto Back then press the softkey to return to the Directory menu.


Tip•When adding external phone numbers, enter your external access number, such as 9, and the entire telephone number, including 1 and the area code.

•To use the corporate directory, see the "Using the Phone Book and Speed Dial Features" section.

Configuring Speed Dial Hot Keys

On the Cisco Unified Wireless IP Phone 7920 keypad, the numeric keys (2-9) are hot keys that access speed-dial numbers.You can assign phone numbers to eight Speed Dial hot keys. The number 1 key is reserved for accessing the voice messaging system.

If you want to... Then...
Access the Speed Dial menu

Press Menu and select Directory > Phone Book. Scroll to and select Speed Dial. The Speed Dial hot keys display as shown in Figure 8.

Check marks appear when the Speed Dial number hot keys already have assigned phone numbers.

View the phone number assigned to the Speed Dial hot key

Scroll to the Speed Dial number hot key and press Detail. See Figure 8.


Figure 8 Speed Dial Menu

If you want to... Then...
Assign a phone number to a Speed Dial hot key.

Scroll to an available Speed Dial number hot key and press Detail.

Press Edit to enter the information. See the Entering and Editing Text, page 21. Press OK to save the speed-dial number, then Back to exit the menu.

Change the phone number on a Speed Dial hot key

Scroll to a configured Speed Dial number and press Detail.

Press Edit to change or clear an existing phone number. To confirm the change, press OK, then Back to exit the menu.

Speed dial a phone number using a Speed Dial hot key

Press and hold (2-9) for the Speed Dial number that you want to use. The phone displays and dials the number stored for that hot key.

See the "Using the Phone Book and Speed Dial Features" section.

Add or change Speed Dial numbers on your screen

Log in to your IP Phone User Options web page and choose your Cisco Unified 7920 device. Choose Add/Update Your Speed Dials... from the main menu.

You can set up or change speed-dial numbers by entering the phone number and name on this web page.

Refer to Customizing Your Cisco Unified IP Phone on the Web for more information.


Tip•Your screen displays the first few names for speed-dial numbers set up on the User Options web page.To make a call from your speed dial list, scroll to the name and press .

•You must enter the external phone number exactly as you would dial it, including an access code, such as 9, and the area code, if required.

•To make a call using Speed Dial, see the "Using the Phone Book and Speed Dial Features" section.

Using Voice Messaging and Call History Logs

The Cisco Unified Wireless IP Phone 7920 main menu provides access to the voice messaging service and to call history logs.

Playing Voice Messages

When the phone displays, "You have voice mail," you can access your messages by using the Messages menu or the shortcut key.

If you want to... Then...
Set up and personalize your voice message service

Press Menu, then press to select Messages. Select Voice Mail Box and follow the voice instructions. Your system administrator will provide a default password for your voice messaging service.

Access and play your voice messages

Press Menu, then press to select Messages. Select Voice Mail Box. Enter your password and follow the voice instructions to listen to your messages.

Access your voice messages using the shortcut key.

While in standby mode, press and release , for immediate access. Enter your voice messaging password and follow the voice instructions to listen to your messages.


Tip•For accurate and detailed information about using your voice message service, refer to the documentation for your voice messaging system.

•For security reasons, you should change your default password as soon as possible.

Viewing and Placing Calls from the Call History Menu

You can view a list of missed calls, received calls, and placed calls in the Call History logs. You can dial a number directly from one of the lists.

If you want to... Then...
View a call that you missed, received, or placed

Press Menu, then press or to select Call History. Scroll to and select Missed Calls, Received Calls, or Placed Calls.

Scroll to the appropriate number, then press Detail to see information about the call.

Dial a number from the Missed Calls, Received Calls, or Placed Calls list

Scroll to the number that you want to dial and press Detail. If you need to edit the number in the log (to add or to remove a prefix), press EditDial followed by or to reposition the cursor or erase digits. Use the keypad to enter digits.

Press to dial the number.

Erase the Call History

Press Menu > Call History. Scroll to and select Erase Call History.

Press OK to erase the entire call history. Or press Cancel to return to the Call History menu.

After pressing OK, all call history logs are empty.


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