Interface to the IBM Systems Workload Estimator
PM for Power Systems with the IBM Systems Workload Estimator (WLE) allows you to easily
take the next logical step in sizing a system upgrade or replacement system. Existing system
utilization, performance, and growth data can be automatically uploaded to the WLE to begin a
new sizing that is based on your workload characteristics.
Additional functions exist to help you size for LPARs and server consolidation, as well as add new
workloads. What used to take days to manually size can now be done in a matter of minutes.
Click the size next upgrade link while viewing your performance data on the Web, and you are
prompted to generate WLE data and begin the upgrade sizing process. When you access the
WLE, the advanced growth options allow you to adjust growth rates, thresholds, and time periods.
The output includes a suggested upgrade for processor, processor features, memory, disk arms,
disk capacity, and a recommended configuration for each LPAR. Sizings can be saved and
restored for later use.
The IBM Systems Workload Estimator tool is offered at no additional cost, saves you time, and
provides a projection to size the next logical step for growth.
Here is an example of the Server Information Panel and the ‘Size next upgrade’ option you must
take to initiate the interface between PM for Power Systems and the Workload Estimator.
Click on the ‘Size Next Upgrade’ option to begin the process of sending your PM data to WLE.
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