Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto R5 del fabbricante IBM
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Revised: June 18, 2001 IB M ® ^ pSeries Solution Series for e-business Lotus ® Domino ™ Server R5 Implementation Guide Page 1.
Table of Contents Page 53 Appendix B. IBM Production Configuration ...................... .... Page 45 Appendix A. Sample Configurator Configurations .................. Page 43 Additional Technical Resources ........................................ Page 42 Services Available .
pSeries Lotus Domino Server e-business Solution Overview Domin o ™ , a server - based product from Lotus ® Corporation of IBM ® , is positioned in the e-business ™ marketplace as a messaging / groupware system with dynamic application serving.
Domino is a generic name for a family of server product s: Domino Mail Server for mail, groupware , calendaring and Internet support functions; Domino Application Server for mail plus application deve.
Supported Software Releases Domino Server R5 is supported on the following versions of AIX : 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 Domino Server R5 AIX Release Domino Release Lotus Domino Server R5 I mplementation Guide .
PTF Matrix In order to install Domino Server R5 on AIX , certain program temporary fixes ( PTFs ) are required or specific authorized program analysis reports (APAR s) shou ld be read .
Performance Guidelines Disclaimer: Performance of applications can only be made in a general sense. Specific characteristics of application implementation on specific hardware will yield different performance characteristics. Performance tools for measurement and tuning exist in most instances and should be used.
Other Workload Factors Other factors that can impact the actual load that a given user community places on a Domino server include: Ÿ The extra overhead associated with a significant number of dial-up connections, such as mobile employees getting E-mail or suppliers accessing a supply chain automation application.
Distribute I/O Across Physical Disks Our experience has shown that physical and logical disk structures are our customers' least understood system resource, and the one most often undersized . The best way to boost performance on many Domino servers is to distribute I/O across separate physical disk subsystems.
Ÿ For partitioned systems, you will need to ensure the NSF Buffer Pool is properly set since Domino cannot automatically determine the memory that’s actually available to it across multiple partitions. This can be accomplished by placing the following variable in the notes.
additional users probably won't be equivalent to the resources required for an equal number of your current users. For example, per-user memory requirements decrease as the number of users increases, because fixed memory overhead is divided across more users.
specialized benchmarks that are unique to a customer’s deployment. This allows Business Partners to assess specific server environment s and compare it with various RS/6000 models and con figurations. An indepen dent agency audits and published NotesBench reports .
Sizing Guide lines Disclaimer: System sizing for applications can only be described from a general perspective . Definitive characteristics of application implementation and behavior on specific hardware will yield different sizing requirements. Use syste m sizing tools when available for your specific environment.
A . Domino R5 on AIX Domino R5 was designed to provide overall performance and scalabil ity improvements over Domino R4. The table below illustrates the general magnitude of R5's scalability incr.
Among the key Domino R5 features that enable it to scale with th ese platforms are: Ÿ Unlimited database size (currently certified up to 64 G B ) , to support increased database workloads. Ÿ Directory scalability in excess of one million users, to easily handle the directory requirements of even the largest deployments.
B . RS/6000 Domino Server Sizing Tool The RS/6000 Domino Server Sizing Tool is a server-sizing, capacity-planning tool used to suggest server configurations based on benchmark information and on your customer requirements.
Sample Configurations The verification test was run on the confi guration mentioned previously. Below are sample configurations for light (small), med ium, and high (large) workl oa d /user communities. These are meant to be guideline configurations rela tive to memory , disk, and ad a pters .
Pre-installation Support A . Pre-sales Technical Support Further assistance is available to assist in overall marketing activities through Partner Line.
Domino product education is available worldwide from Lotus Authorized Education Centers. A full range of Domino courses from administration, to installation, to programming are available for a fee and can lead to Lotus Domino certification. For courses and schedules access the Domino homepage at http://www.
Implementation Process Overview The installation of Domino not only include s installin g and configuring the server software, but also making sure that the network, hardware, and operating system meet certain requirements . Installation requires training and performance tuning.
Network: Ÿ Network equipment (hubs, switches, routers, firewalls) Ÿ Network diagram Ÿ WAN diagram Ÿ Bandwidth capacity Next , you will probably want to conduct a detailed inventory of the server equipment and all related equipment. The list below contains some items that you should include in your inventory.
connectivity maps, and a list of possible errors that they or end users may encounter during the installation project and how to resolve them. After an initial course, it is highly reco mmended that each administrator and support staff member receive full training on Domino R5.
5. Document Experiences, Problems, and Solutions From the Pilot Project The most impor tant item of the pilo t project is the documentation of the administrator’s and end users’ feedback. It is vital that feedback be gathered from the very beginning all the way through the end of the pilot project.
Ÿ Document issues encountered and their solutions Ÿ Coordinate communication, including project databases, meetings, and conference calls Set responsibilities and designate who performs which functions and at wh at times.
1 . What should be done when a given system fails? For example , when System A f ails the solution is to verify that System B came online and took over the respons ibilities of System A. 2 . Who should be notified? A list of contact telephone numbers should be available.
Be sure to designate one or more project leaders for this phase of the Domino implementation. These leaders should be responsible for: Ÿ Coordinating the schedule . Ÿ Setup and m onitor the installation of the server hardware and operating system . Ÿ Notif ying users and management of any issues that may effect them .
Ÿ Tape backup Ÿ Disaster recovery and documentation Workstation: Ÿ Hardware and operating system requirements Ÿ User training Ÿ Tape backup Ÿ Disaster recovery and documentation Be sure to designate one or more project leaders for this ph ase of the Domino implementation.
When scheduling, consider the effect on your organization and solicit input from the representatives on your team and from management for each area or department that will be affected by this phase of the process. Some departments maybe in a period when they are working on t ime, or mission critical projects and can not be disturbed.
projects and cannot be disturbed. Because of this, parts of the project may have to be scheduled after normal business hours. Be certain to allow sufficient time not only to pe rform the tasks involve.
Be certain to allow sufficient time not only to pe rform the tasks involved in this part of the project, such as doing system backups, installing equipment and software, checking for problems, and training, but also allow time to record issues encountered, solutions created, and feedback.
Education can be conducted using any of the following methods. Each method has its p ros and cons, depending on your particular environment. Ÿ Formal Lotus training Ÿ CBT self study course work Ÿ C.
Checklist for Implementation The checklist provided here is a guide to assist in the installation of Lotus Domino Server. Although this checklist is a good reference point , it may not contain everything since each environment is unique. 18. Follow up training for administrators and end users as needed.
Installation Steps Before install ing a Lotus Domino R5 Server , cert ain software, hardware and system requirements must be met and the AIX environment must be prepared . Step by step instructions are provided here to assist in the correct installation of the Lotus Domino Server software.
These daemons must be stopped in order to free up certain network ports that the Domino Server will need. In order to check to see if you have any of these daemons running, use the command ps -ef | grep <daemon name> . If the daemons are not running, then please skip to step 6.
The SMIT utility displays the screen to create a new volume group. Enter a new volume group name. In our example we will use the preferred name dominovg . Also , select the physical vo lume to use in thi s new volume group. When this information has been entered, press Enter.
Step 12 - Create a File System for the Domino Binaries C reate a new journ aled file system (JFS) for the Domino binaries with the command smitty crjfslv . The SMIT utility displays a menu for creating a journaled file system. Select Add a Standard Journaled File System and press Enter.
chdev -l sys0 -a maxuproc=128 To check the current setting for the maximum number of fixed licenses, use the command lslicense . This value must be a mi nimum of 2 or more in order for the Domino server to function properly. To change the value, use the command chlicense -u <value>.
Step 5 - Select the Type of Domino Server to Install The next screen asks you which of the different types of Lotus Domino Servers you want to install. The default answer is Domino Mail Server. Press the S pacebar until you see the server type you want to install.
This can be done from the .profile file for Notes users. In addition, you would need to update .profile with binary and data directories in the PATH variable. Step 16 - Start the HTTP Server Task For Server Configuration W e will start the Domino HTTP task so we can configure the new Domino Server with our Web browser.
Post-installation Support A . Domino Product Support IB M provides the technical post installation support for Lotus Domino and related software. Several fee offerings are available and recommended based on the speci fics of the customer. Overall, support and upgrade protection is offered under a program called Passp ort Advantage.
Ÿ Additional designated callers available for a fee More information about Passport Advantage support is available if you are partnering with a Lotus Business Partner through that Business Partner. Or you may contact URL http://www.lotus.com/home.nsf/welcome/support .
Services Available IBM provides a set of services to assist both Business Partners and customers to implement Domino solutions. These services can also be marketed and sold by Business Partners. For more details, go to http://www.as.ibm.com/asww . IBM PSS sales rep This offering implements Lotus Domino on RS6000 based on customer requirements .
Addit ional Technical Resources UR Ls: IBM pSeries Web Site h ttp://ww w -1.ibm.com/servers/eserver/pseries IBM AIX PTF Information http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/rs6000/fixes IBM RS/6000 Support http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/rs6000/support IBM Services for RS/6000 and Domino http:/www.
RS/6000 SP Monitoring: Keeping It Alive IBM Redbook SG 24- 4873 International Technical Support Organization, IBM Corporation Inside the RS/6000 SP IBM Redbook SG 24- 5145 International Technical Supp.
Appendix A . Sample Configurator Configur ations The information shown here does not necessarily constitute a complete or valid order. Prices are in US dollars. A . Small Configurat ion The configuration is a n IBM pSeries 640 with 4 POWER3-II 375 M H z processor s , 8 G B memory , and 64 18.
7133-D40 Advanced SSA Disk Subsystem 4 51000 736 F (Rack-Mounted) 0987 Rochester Integration 4 N/C 8022 50/60Hz AC, 300 VDC Power 4 8000 Supplies 8031 Raven Black Drawer Cover 4 1000 8518 One 10K/18.
5005 Preinstall 1 N/C 5924 AIX 4.3 PII - English 1 N/C 9001 Asset Registration 1 N/C ========= 5692-AIX OTC 50 Lotus Domino Server 1 5000 ******************************* GRAND TOTALS ******************************* Hardware Price 441274 Software OTC 5050 ========= Grand Total 446324 Monthly Maintenance 1016 B .
5005 Preinstall 1 N/C 5203 4-Way RS64 III 500MHz Processor 2 148000 840 F Card, 4MB L2 Cache 5992 System Control and 1 75 Initialization Cable 6132 CEC to Primary I/O Drawer Power 1 95 Control Cable, .
********************************* SOFTWARE ********************************* Product Description Qty License 5765-C34 AIX Version 4 1 N/C 4061 AIX 4.3 1 N/C 5005 Preinstall 1 N/C 9001 Asset Registration 1 N/C ========= 5765-C34 OTC 0 5692-AIX System Software 1 N/C 0598 AIX Welcome Center 1 N/C 0838 AIX 4.
C . Large Configuration The configuration is an IBM pSeries 680 with 24 RS64-I V 600 M H z processor s , 96 G B memory, and 288 18.2 GB drives for data . ********************************* HARDWARE ********************************* Product Description Qty Purchase Maint 7017-S85 pSeries 680 1 11188 941 F 1.
6323 Secondary I/O Drawer Group 1 734 6326 Support Processor Group 1 2700 6503 Remote I/O Hub, Dual Loop 1 8000 6547 SCSI 6-pack Hot Swap Back Plane 1 600 7036 36U I/O Rack 1 3100 32 F 9171 Power Dist.
9001 Onlinet Network for AIX, RS-232 1 N/C Cable ========= 9910-EP8 Price 6625 ********************************* SOFTWARE ********************************* Product Description Qty License 5765-C34 AIX Version 4 1 N/C 4061 AIX 4.
Appendix B. IBM Production Configuration The vast majority of Domino servers in the IBM deployment run on the AIX platform today. Managed by IBM Global Services, this is the largest Domino deployment in the world with over 1900 R5 mail and application servers supporting more than 300,000 production Notes and Web users.
represents an opportunity for increased user workload and scalability with the same configuration. Only time will tell. Page 54 Lotus Domino Server R5 Implementation Guide June 18, 2001.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il IBM R5 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del IBM R5 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso IBM R5 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul IBM R5 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il IBM R5, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del IBM R5.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il IBM R5. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo IBM R5 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
