AIX System Administration and IBM Power Virtualization

Course Description

Duration 3 Days – 21 hrs.

Overview

This intensive 3-day course provides participants with a practical introduction to AIX system administration and IBM Power virtualization. It covers IBM Power architecture, Hardware Management Console (HMC), Logical Partitions (LPARs), Dynamic LPAR, Virtual I/O Server (VIOS), Live Partition Mobility, AIX installation, system administration, storage management, backup and recovery, Network Installation Management (NIM), performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.

The course combines instructor-led discussions, demonstrations, guided exercises, and troubleshooting scenarios. Because of the extensive scope, the program provides accelerated coverage of essential concepts and common administrative procedures rather than advanced mastery of every technology.

Objectives

Explain IBM Power architecture and virtualization concepts.
Describe the functions of the Power Hypervisor and HMC.
Plan, create, activate, modify, and troubleshoot AIX LPARs.
Allocate CPU, memory, storage, and network resources to LPARs.
Perform basic Dynamic LPAR resource operations.
Explain the architecture and functions of the Virtual I/O Server.
Configure basic virtual network and storage resources.
Describe and perform the major steps involved in Live Partition Mobility.
Explain AIX architecture, installation methods, and the boot process.
Perform essential AIX user, filesystem, process, service, and network administration.
Manage disks, volume groups, logical volumes, filesystems, and paging spaces.
Use standard AIX backup, recovery, and cloning utilities.
Explain NIM architecture and common deployment procedures.
Use AIX performance-monitoring tools to identify CPU, memory, storage, and network issues.
Apply a structured approach to basic AIX and Power virtualization troubleshooting.

Target Audience

AIX system administrators
UNIX and Linux administrators transitioning to AIX
IBM Power Systems administrators
Infrastructure and platform engineers
Data center operations personnel
Technical support engineers
System engineers and solution architects
IT professionals responsible for AIX LPARs, VIOS, HMC, storage, backup, or system performance

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of operating systems and system administration
Familiarity with UNIX or Linux command-line operations
Basic understanding of users, groups, files, directories, and permissions
Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking
General understanding of server, storage, and network concepts
Familiarity with virtualization concepts is helpful but not required
Previous exposure to AIX or IBM Power Systems is beneficial but not mandatory

Hands-On Laboratory Requirements

For practical exercises, participants should have access to:

An IBM Power Systems environment or authorized virtual laboratory
At least one AIX LPAR per participant or participant group
HMC access with appropriate training permissions
VIOS access where configuration activities are included
Sufficient CPU, memory, storage, and virtual network resources
Terminal or SSH client software
Administrator or root access to the assigned AIX laboratory system

Course Outline

Day 1 – IBM Power Virtualization and LPAR Administration

Module 1 – IBM Power Virtualization Fundamentals

IBM Power architecture
Power virtualization concepts
Power Hypervisor fundamentals
Hardware Management Console
Physical system versus LPAR
Logical Partitioning architecture
Partition isolation
Dedicated versus shared resources
CPU, memory, and I/O virtualization
Partition profiles and system profiles

Module 2 – LPAR Creation and Management

LPAR planning considerations
CPU, memory, and I/O allocation
Creating an LPAR through the HMC
Creating partition and system profiles
Activating an LPAR
Starting and stopping LPARs
Modifying partition profiles
LPAR activation troubleshooting
Overview of installing AIX into an LPAR

Module 3 – Dynamic LPAR

DLPAR concepts and capabilities
Dynamic CPU, memory, and I/O allocation
Adding and removing resources
Moving resources between LPARs
DLPAR prerequisites
Operating system and application considerations
DLPAR troubleshooting

Module 4 – Virtual I/O Server

VIOS architecture
Role of VIOS in Power virtualization
VIOS and client LPAR architecture
VIOS installation and initial configuration
Network and storage configuration
Virtual Ethernet
Virtual SCSI
Virtual Fibre Channel
Shared Ethernet Adapter
Storage and LUN mapping
VIOS administration and troubleshooting
VIOS backup and recovery

Module 5 – AIX Virtualization and Virtual I/O

Virtual processors and processing units
Entitled capacity
Capped versus uncapped LPARs
Shared processor pools
Dedicated processors
Virtual Ethernet
Virtual SCSI
N-Port ID Virtualization
Virtual Fibre Channel
Storage and network virtualization
VIOS redundancy concepts

Module 6 – Live Partition Mobility

Live Partition Mobility concepts
LPM architecture and components
Source and destination system requirements
HMC, VIOS, network, and storage requirements
Performing LPM pre-checks
Performing a partition migration
Monitoring migration
Post-migration validation
Common LPM issues and troubleshooting

Suggested Day 1 Exercises

Review an IBM Power managed system through the HMC.
Examine LPAR and system profiles.
Create or modify a training LPAR.
Perform a guided DLPAR resource change.
Examine VIOS network and storage mappings.
Conduct an LPM readiness or validation check.

Day 2 – AIX Installation and Core System Administration

Module 7 – AIX Installation and Configuration

AIX architecture
AIX installation methods
Overview of installation media and network installation
AIX boot process
System Management Services
Managing the boot list
BOSBOOT
Device configuration
Using cfgmgr
Using lsdev
Using lscfg
Using lsattr
Object Data Manager fundamentals
Basic installation and boot troubleshooting

Module 8 – AIX System Administration

User and group administration
File and directory administration
Permissions and basic security
Process monitoring and management
System Resource Controller
Basic TCP/IP configuration and administration
Network File System
Secure Shell
System logs
AIX error reporting
Basic operating system troubleshooting

Module 9 – AIX Logical Volume Manager

LVM architecture
Physical Volumes
Volume Groups
Logical Volumes
Physical and Logical Partitions
Using lspv, lsvg, and lslv
Volume Group and Logical Volume administration
Filesystem creation and management
Paging-space administration
Logical-volume mirroring
Disk replacement procedures
Filesystem expansion
Common LVM problems and troubleshooting

Suggested Day 2 Exercises

Examine AIX boot and device configuration.
Create and manage users and groups.
Manage permissions, processes, and system services.
Review TCP/IP settings and system logs.
Create a volume group and logical volume.
Create and expand a filesystem.
Diagnose a simulated device or LVM issue.

Day 3 – Backup, Recovery, NIM, Performance, and Troubleshooting

Module 10 – AIX Backup and Recovery

AIX backup and recovery concepts
Creating and managing mksysb backups
Using savevg
Using backup and restore
Using tar
Using cpio
Using dd
RootVG recovery concepts
Alternate Disk Installation
AIX system cloning
Disaster-recovery concepts
Backup verification and recovery planning

Module 11 – Network Installation Management

NIM architecture
NIM Master
NIM Client
NIM resources and networks
NIM Master setup
Creating and managing lpp_source
Creating and managing SPOT resources
Managing mksysb resources
Installing AIX using NIM
Installing AIX LPARs using NIM
AIX cloning through NIM
Software installation
NIM maintenance
Common NIM problems and troubleshooting

Module 12 – AIX Performance Monitoring

Performance-monitoring methodology
Real-time monitoring with topas
CPU and memory analysis with vmstat
Disk performance analysis with iostat
Historical performance monitoring with sar
Memory analysis with svmon
File and disk I/O analysis with filemon
Network monitoring with netstat
Error analysis with errpt
CPU troubleshooting
Memory troubleshooting
Disk I/O troubleshooting
Network troubleshooting
Correlating performance data with system errors

Suggested Day 3 Exercises

Create or review an AIX mksysb backup.
Examine Alternate Disk Installation procedures.
Review NIM resources and client definitions.
Perform a guided NIM deployment workflow or demonstration.
Collect CPU, memory, disk, and network performance data.
Analyze errpt output.
Diagnose a simulated AIX performance problem.

Important Delivery Note

This is an intensive, broad-coverage 3-day course. The complete outline includes several technologies that are normally delivered as separate intermediate or advanced courses, particularly VIOS, Live Partition Mobility, NIM, backup and recovery, and performance tuning.

Within three days:

Essential concepts, common commands, administrative workflows, demonstrations, and selected exercises will be prioritized.
Complex setup activities may be instructor-demonstrated instead of completed independently by every participant.
VIOS installation, LPM, full NIM deployment, disaster recovery, and advanced performance tuning will be covered at an introductory or operational level.
The exact depth of hands-on activities will depend on laboratory access, system resources, participant experience, and available administrative permissions.
Participants seeking independent, production-level mastery should attend an extended 5- to 7-day program or separate advanced courses for Power virtualization, VIOS, NIM, and AIX performance tuning.

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Inventory controllers and stock control personnel.
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Internal auditors and operational compliance personnel.
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Basic familiarity with warehouse, logistics, or inventory activities.
General understanding of business processes and operational documentation.
Basic numerical skills, including percentages and simple calculations.
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Day 1: Warehouse Processes, Layout, and Storage Controls Module 1: Warehouse Operations and Process Controls

Warehouse roles within the supply chain.
End-to-end flow: receiving, put-away, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, and dispatch.
Physical stock movement and corresponding system transactions.
Responsibilities, authorization, and segregation of duties.
Common operational weaknesses and audit evidence.

Module 2: Warehouse Layout and Storage Systems

Functional zones, movement paths, and space utilization.
Receiving, storage, picking, staging, and dispatch areas.
Storage options: floor stacking, shelving, pallet racking, and bin storage.
Fixed and dynamic location systems.
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Layout bottlenecks and their effects on productivity and inventory control.

Module 3: Receiving and Put-Away

Purchase orders, delivery documents, and expected receipts.
Quantity, condition, and item identification checks.
Recording shortages, overages, damage, and discrepancies.
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Put-away rules and location confirmation.
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Timely recording of receipts and stock movements.

Module 4: Storage, Stock Rotation, and Replenishment

Storage discipline and location integrity.
FIFO and FEFO principles, applications, and limitations.
Batch, lot, and expiry-date management.
Controls for slow-moving, obsolete, damaged, and expired stock.
Replenishment of picking locations.
Supervision and review of stock rotation compliance.

Day 2: Order Fulfillment and Inventory Accuracy Module 5: Picking Strategies and Order Fulfillment

Discrete, batch, zone, and wave picking.
Selecting picking strategies for different order profiles.
Pick paths, location sequencing, and travel reduction.
Replenishment coordination and stock availability.
Picking verification and error prevention.
Packing, staging, and dispatch confirmation.
Handling short picks, substitutions, cancellations, and returns.

Module 6: Inventory Records and Accuracy Controls

Item master data, units of measure, and location records.
On-hand, available, allocated, and quarantined stock.
Transaction controls for receipts, transfers, issues, returns, and adjustments.
Common causes of physical and system stock mismatches.
Barcode scanning and WMS control points.
Inventory reconciliation and supporting documentation.
Measuring inventory accuracy and interpreting discrepancies.

Module 7: Cycle Counting and Physical Inventory

Cycle counting versus full physical inventory.
ABC classification and risk-based count priorities.
Count frequency based on value, movement, and discrepancy history.
Count preparation, blind counting, and movement controls.
Recounts, variance investigation, and adjustment approval.
Root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
Reviewing the effectiveness of the counting program.

Module 8: Shrinkage Reduction and Inventory Protection

Sources of shrinkage: loss, damage, theft, misplacement, and recording errors.
Access controls and accountability for stock movements.
Controls for high-value and sensitive inventory.
Returns, write-offs, scrap, and disposal controls.
Exception reporting and unusual transaction patterns.
Investigating recurring losses and unexplained adjustments.
Preventive and detective controls for shrinkage reduction.

Day 3: Performance Management, Process Review, and Improvement Module 9: Warehouse Productivity and Inventory KPIs

Receiving productivity and dock-to-stock time.
Put-away productivity and replenishment performance.
Picking productivity and order accuracy.
Inventory accuracy and cycle count variance.
Space utilization and storage capacity.
Shrinkage, damage, and expiry indicators.
Defining KPI formulas, data sources, and reporting boundaries.
Interpreting trends while balancing speed, accuracy, and service.

Module 10: Supervising and Auditing Warehouse Processes

Process mapping and identification of critical control points.
Reviewing procedures against actual warehouse practices.
Tracing transactions from documents to systems and physical stock.
Reviewing approvals, access rights, and segregation of duties.
Identifying control gaps and recurring process exceptions.
Documenting findings with clear supporting evidence.
Prioritizing corrective actions and tracking closure.

Module 11: Warehouse Improvement Planning

Identifying bottlenecks, unnecessary movement, and rework.
Improving layout, slotting, and picking arrangements.
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Standardizing transaction recording and exception handling.
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Monitoring results and sustaining operational improvements.

Module 12: Capstone — Warehouse Operations and Inventory Improvement Plan

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