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4
Installation on IBM System z
This chapter describes the procedure for preparing the installation of SUSE® Linux
Enterprise Server on IBM System z systems. It provides all information needed to
prepare the installation on the LPAR and z/VM side.
4.1 General Information and
Requirements
This section gives basic information about the system requirements, like supported
hardware, level of MicroCode, and software. It also covers the different installation
types, how to do an IPL for the first installation, and information about the IOCDS.
4.1.1 System Requirements
This section provides a list of hardware for IBM System z supported by SUSE Linux
Enterprise Server. Next, the level of the MicroCode (MCL) used in your IBM System
z system, which is very important for the installation, is covered. Additional software
to install and use for installation is mentioned at the end of this section.
Hardware
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server has run successfully on the following platforms:
• IBM Series z9 (z9-EC) 2094
Installation on IBM System z 39