Ps004 config.p fsolutions_e_cconfig.xconfig.psacademy_dubai_07march2013

© 2012 IBM Corporation
Configuring PureFlex Solutions & Flex System
using IBM e-config and x-config tools.
Bill Luken
Global Client Value
GCOIM BT/IT
bill_luken@us.ibm.com

Agenda
 System x & Power – PureFlex/Flex System Offering Information
 Sales Configurators - System x Flex System CTO
 Sales Configurators - System x Flex System BTO
 Sales Configurators - System x & Power PureFlex System
 Deciding on an IBM PureFlex Edition
 Configuration Hints & Tips
 PureFlex System Demos
 Built-To-Order (BTO)
 Reference Slides

System x & Power – PureFlex/Flex System Offering Information
Flex Products &
PureFlex Products
2013
1 Piece Parts & Option
Flex System
(Channel Inventory
or After Market)
System x only
2 Integrated by IBM (CTO)
Flex System
Single MT, Nested MT Chassis &
Racks
System x only
3 Integrated by IBM
Flex System
Single MT, Nested MT Chassis &
Racks
Power BTO, no longer requires RPQ
4 PureFlex System (CTO)
PureFlex System
Multiply MTs
w/ Integrated Rack
& S/W, Power & x
Products Supported • Chassis & Switches
• x86 Nodes
• FSM Node
• FSM SW Editions Keys
• NO support for Flex System
V7000 Node (x-config only)
• Chassis & Switches
• x86 Nodes & FSM Node
• V7000 Storage Node
(x-config only)
• Racks
•Power Nodes & FSM Node
• All x86 Nodes
•Storage Ext V7000 or Internal V7000
Node
• Racks
• Racks
• All x86 or Power Nodes (min 1)
• FSM w/ SW Editions
• V7000 ext (power only) or Internal V7000
Node
Product PN format Fix MTs (GAV/Variant) + Options • US/CAN/LA – Type Model Feature
(TMF)
• EMEA/AP – Starting Point MTs and
Pseudo Options
•TMF •US/CAN/LA – TMF
• EMEA/AP – Starting Point MTs and Pseudo
Options
• Power - TMF
Configurators SSCT
Blue Horizon R3(XCC US/CAN/LA)
x-config (HVEC/XCC)
x-config (HVEC/XCC) * required only for
Racks
Blue Horizon R1 (HVEC) * Europe CTO
Tool
Blue Horizon R3 (XCC) *
Americas only
e-config Power: e-config (AAS)
x-config (HVEC/XCC) *
* Excludes Power-Node & ext V7000
Integration Performed Fixed MTs and Options ship in
separate boxes
•Integrated at a MT level
•Chassis integration w/Nodes
•Rack Integration, Includes: Racking
H/W, Pwr Cabling No foundation S/W,
No Networking *Some product may not be
racked and ship separate
•Integrated at a MT level
•Chassis integration w/Nodes
•Rack Integration, Includes: Racking
H/W, Pwr Cabling No foundation S/W, No
Networking *Some product may not be racked
and ship separate
Full Foundation integration, includes:
racking, pwr cabling, network cabling,
Foundation S/W stack

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Sales Configurators - System x Flex System CTO
Configurator / Tool Overview / Description Brands
Supported
Geo Users Value
Chain
Blue Horizon - R1
(BH/R1)
IBM Hardware Configurator
Referred to as the CTO Tool in Europe -
Currently used in Europe Easy Access and Public stores.
Used for simple non-nested configurations. Also, used by
Partners to create custom models. With IBM Flex System
user’s can create CTO configurations (IBM Fulfillment)
and Custom Models.
System x ,
BladeCenter &
Flex System
Europe BPs, Direct, &
Large Enterprise
(EasyAccess)
HVEC
Blue Horizon – R3
(BH/R3)
IBM Hardware Configurator
There are 2 versions, integrated (CCE) and non-integrated
(NI-BH R3).
The primary nomenclature supported is TMF (type model
featurecode) and the XCC value chain. Business Partners
can operate in either Part Number “pre-configured” mode
or Type/Model “customize” nomenclature mode when
customer needs to order a "customized" solution from IBM.
BH R3 can translate Type/Model (TMF) solutions into part
number products (SEOs), which are available via a
Distributor. Used for simple to complex nested (MT within a
MT) solutions.
Provides IBM Flex System CTO (piece parts)
configuration support in the XCC value chain.
System x, Entry
Storage,
Software,
Services,
BladeCenter &
Flex System
AG (US /
CA / LA)
BPs*, Direct,
End-Users**, &
Large Enterprise
(EasyAccess)
* Limited use
** End-Users via
ShopIBM
XCC /
HVEC

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Sales Configurators - System x Flex System BTO
Configurator /
Tool
Overview / Description Brands
Supported
Geo Users Value
Chain
SSCT
Standalone Solutions
Configurator tool
Primary System x solution for pre-configured
models (MTM & P/N). It works in disconnected
(standalone) mode. Products and prices are
updated daily via the ‘data update’ function.
Used extensively by IBM Partners World Wide.
Used for simple to complex nested (MT within a
MT) solutions.
Provides IBM Flex System MTM & PN piece
parts configuration (BTO) support in the
HVEC value chain.
System x, Entry
Storage, Software,
Services,
BladeCenter &
Flex System
WW BPs; Direct; End-Users
In US/CA use is limited to
Distribution model, no
Direct
In Europe & AP there are
some Direct, but plan is to
migrate to x-config in 2013
HVEC /
XCC
PSAT1
Pre-Sales
Advisor Tool
Used for System x HVEC pre-configured
models. Used for simple product configuration.
Provides IBM Flex System MTM & PN piece
parts configuration.
System x, Entry
Storage, Software,
Services, BC &
Flex System
WW,
(limited in
LA & AP)
BPs primarily T1 & T2 &
Distributors; Also used by
IBM & End-Users. B2B
(new)
HVEC
COG
Configuration Option
Guide
Note: This is a paper
document, not a sales
configurator
PDF document and HTML Web site used for
System x HVEC MTM’s, also supports SEO
options & provides Feature Code (FC)
conversion. It is used to validate
configurations. Updated with IBM Flex
System.
System x, Entry
Storage,
BladeCenter &
Flex System
WW BPs, IBM, End-Users
Used extensively today by
IBM & Partners
HVEC &
XCC
Legend: 1: PSAT is primarily used by IBM Partners

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Sales Configurators - System x & Power PureFlex System
Configurator / Tool Overview / Description Brands supported Geo Users Value
Chain
x-config
Generates output in multiple
formats (.cse, csv,
CFReport/.cfr, .xls)
x-config is used to support the
configuration of Linux Intelligent Cluster ,
CloudBurst and iDataPlex systems. It is a
disconnected (standalone) tool.
As of July 27, 2011 x-config can be used
for ‘General Purpose’ System x &
BladeCenter configurations CTO.
This will be the primary sales
configurator for System x Flex System
& PureFlex System offerings.
System x, Entry
Storage, Services,
Software ,
BladeCenter, Flex
System &
PureFlex Systems
(System x only)
WW BP’s, IBM
For BPs, usage is limited for
the Integrated Solutions
mode (Cluster Support On) ;
usage is growing for General
Purpose mode (Cluster
Support Off)
XCC &
HVEC
e-config
Generates output in multiple
formats (CFReport/.cfr, XML,
.txt, .csv, .rtf, and .html )
The IBM Configurator for e-business (e-
config) is a PC-based hardware and
software configurator for many brands.
This will be the only sales configurator
for Power PureFlex System. Will also
have the capability to do a Hybrid
PureFlex System configuration (mixing
Power and System x). Enabled for
Flex/BTO or PureFlex configs.
System z,
IBM i,
System p,
Storage, RSS, &
PureFlex System
WW BP’s, IBM AAS
SPT Used in conjunction with e-config for
configurations with logical partitions
See Above WW BP’s, IBM AAS

Where to Start?
Do I want a PureFlex System (fully integrated) or a Flex System (piece parts, chassis and rack
hardware integration)?
 Flex System (BTO / CTO) now available in Power and System x
Do I want external V7000 or a Power Node? Configure using e-config & order in Power
Do I want x86 Node or V7000 Integrated Storage Node? You have a choice, do you like the attributes of the
System x pipe or the Power pipe?
− System x: Configure using one of the System x configurators (your choice based on your needs (BTO vs CTO)), order
in XCC or HVEC
− Power: Configure your solution using e-config, order in Power
 PureFlex System now available in Power and System x
Do I want external V7000, Power Nodes, or a Hybrid System (Power & x Nodes)? Configure using e-config
& order in Power
Do I want a x86 only Offering with V7000 Integrated Storage Nodes? You have a choice, do you like the
attributes of the System x pipe or the Power Pipe?
− System x: Configure your solution using x-config order in XCC or HVEC
− Power: Configure your solution using e-config, order in Power

List of MTs: 4Q12

Deciding on an IBM PureFlex Offering:
 PureFlex Express, Standard, or Enterprise:
• How many switches are required (e.g. EN4093)?
• What FoD upgrades are required per switch?
• How many chassis are required?
• What FSM features are required?
• Which Primary Node is required?
• Lab Services requirements?
• Is cost a factor?
 Compare the requirements versus the PureFlex differences
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Configuration
HINTS AND TIPS

Fourth Chassis Configurations
 4th
Chassis in a PureFlex Configuration
− Even though the FSM can support up to 4 chassis, at present PureFlex
Systems supports 3 chassis, and the 4th
is a custom add-on
− The best method to add the 4th chassis would be a MES, and will not have
the same level of factory integration and additional Lab Services would need
to be added.
− For additional chassis (2nd
, 3rd
, 4th
), additional FSM entitlement is
required.
− Note: with PF (E, Std, Ent) FSM entitlement comes with solution
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IBM PureFlex System
4th
Chassis in a PureFlex Configuration - Continued
− Additionally, if using PureFlex Standard as your starting point, there are two TOR
SAN24B-4 switches, each with only 8 ports active.
− The default cabling in Standard is that 2 ports from each chassis FC switch and 2 ports
from the V7000 Ctlr uplink to each TOR SAN24B-4. Total 8 ports utilized on each
SAN24B-4.
− The 16 port activation on each TOR SAN24B-4 switch only kicks in when there is a 2nd
V7000 Ctlr as two additional ports per SAN24B-4 are required for this extra V7000.
− So when adding a 4th chassis, you have to consider that the switches in this 4th chassis
also need to uplink to these default SAN24B-4. Therefore, you may (if you do not already
have a 2nd V7000 Ctlr) need to add an 8-port upgrade to activate all 16 ports per
SAN24B-4 switch to allow connectivity of the switches within the 4th chassis.
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IBM PureFlex System
 2nd
EN4093 in PureFlex (Express or Standard)
− Adding a 2nd EN4093 switch to a chassis is possible but will be
considered a Custom Expansion/MES to the PureFlex solution.
• Will not have the same level of factory integration.
• Additional cabling/transceivers will be needed to help
integration.
• Additional Lab Services would need to be added.
 V7000 compulsory drives
− Two SSD’s are compulsory in the V7000.
− Additional HDD drives are defaulted based on primary node
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IBM PureFlex System
 When you configure 2nd
Storwize controller (expansion storage controller), e-config
requires a 2nd
chassis be added
− If a second 2076-124 is required but the expansion chassis is not desired, then the
second 2076-124 must be ordered as a Custom Expansions order. However, this means
that the second 2076-124 will not be factory integrated.
 Order Compute node ‘System Guides’ documentation on one node only.
− Create two Compute nodes, one with and one without documentation. Then use QTY
function on the one without documentation. Also, you can use the Copy Product feature,
then delete documentation on subsequent nodes.
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IBM PureFlex System
 Switching from one edition to another in e-Config (Express to Standard, for
example) is not possible. If customer's requirements has changed, a new
edition from scratch will need to be configured.
 Is a MES upgrade possible for a customer that did not purchase their Flex
Chassis from e-Config / AAS?
− There isn’t a MES option to add power ITE’s to a chassis ordered via HVEC or
XCC paths, use the Power BTO MES process.
 InfiniBand (IB) switches cannot be inserted, PureFlex implementation has
minimal requirements for 10Gb Ethernet and for 8Gb/16Gb FC switches.
− Working as designed. Use HPC Starter Kit or RPQ to use IB.
 Consider fully populating Chassis with all 6 Power Supplies and with the 8
Fans to easily accommodate future node purchases.
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Be aware of ‘AAS Order SIU limit’ on large configs (e-Config only)

AAS Order SIU limit - Continued
• CFReport or the XML can not be
used for ordering.
• You can save cfr, XML, TXT, etc.
formats for quoting.
• This occurs when there are 30
systems in a configuration.
•The ordering system can’t order
more than 30 system units in a
single order
• It is an AAS limit of 30 system
units

AAS Order SIU limit - Continued
 Additional steps are needed to order the configuration. Work with your order entry
representative using AAS splitting
CFR Splitting for AAS
 Open Command Shell and type ‘cfrsplit’
 Browse to the location of the cfr you need to split.
 Produces three or more CFR files used for ordering
purposes only.

e-config: Built-to-Order Flex System - directly shown in e-config now
 Individual components can be mixed,
matched, and fully utilizable with
optional management.
 Components configured based on the
normal technical & e-Config rules - Not
according to Edition Solution
requirements
 No Software will be preinstalled on
Compute Node
 Field merge will be required for
Storage Controllers, Storage Expansion
Units, Switches, etc.

PureFlex System
Demos using e-config & x-config

Flex Built-To-Order
(BTO) Demos using e-config & x-config

Ordering systems:
 Advanced Administrative System (AAS): uses feature code configurations
 High Volume Easily Configurable (HVEC): uses part number configurations
 Xcellerator (XCC) : uses feature code configurations
Terms:
BTO – Build to order
CMM - Chassis Management Module
CRAD - Customer-requested arrival date
CTO – Configure To Order (ie TMF / type model feature)
HVEC - High Volume Easily Configurable
ITE - Information Technology Element
ScSE - Scalable Switch Element
XCC- Xccelerator (Feature Codes and RPQs(Request for Price Quotation))

PureSystems Success Checklist
Based on findings from global PureSystems Client Experience interviews
 A series of global PureSystems Client interviews were conducted 2H 2012 through Q1 2013
 The interviews covered the client experience across the full E2E process from order to installation
 Very positive client responses were reported by clients across the order to installation process
 Enhancements to our Tools and Process were implemented based on interview findings
 Successful deployments utilized these tools and processes which are listed below:
 The Technical Delivery Assessment (TDA) found here => PureSystems TDA
 Configuration tools. Information found here => PureSystems Config Modules
 Sales Transaction Support (STS) for presales support => DHC or DHRM (Japan)
• STS engagement information also shown on following pages
 Early engagement with IBM Global Financing. Information found here=> IGF Information
• IGF contacts also provided on following pages

Engaging the Sales Transaction Support organization
1. Seller starts process by engaging Sales Transaction Hub
• Sellers access STS via request in DHC
• In Japan, sellers engage through
Deal Hub Request Manager (DHRM
2. Select “Multi/Cross Brand”
3. Enter “Pure Flex”, “PureApplication” or “PureData” in Abstract
Field.
This is important to ensure that your request is routed to
the correct STS resource trained on NGP Foundations
support processes
4. Complete all other mandatory fields in R2C form (be sure to
enter your Siebel #)
5. Attach the HW/SW/LS configuration (eConfig file)
6. Once the request is submitted, a STS bid manager will be
assigned and he/she will contact the seller acknowledging
receipt of request and support will begin.

Offer a customized payment plan from IBM Global Financing
 Client Benefits of a PureSystems Fair Market Value Lease:
 Realize a total cost of ownership up to 16%2
lower than purchasing with cash or
loan
 Increase capacity during the lease with little change in monthly payments
 Shift obsolescence and disposal risk to IBM
 Expand purchasing power with predictable monthly payments Illustration using a 36 month, FMV lease*:
System Price: $1,000,000
Monthly Payment: $26,290
Annual savings over 0% loan: $17,976
No Upfront Costs & Defer payments1
IBM Global Financing offers customized lease and loan options with highly competitive rates, flexible terms and the ability to offer multiple-period
financing for the full solution—including consulting services, software and hardware from IBM and non-IBM IT suppliers.
[1] IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States, Canada and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government clients. Rates and availability are based on a client’s credit rating, financing terms, offering type,
equipment and product type and options, and may vary by country. Non-hardware items must be one-time, non-recurring charges and are financed by means of loans. Offer applies to fair market value (FMV) lease only. Interest accrues during the deferral period. Deferred payment period up to 90
days for PureApplication and PureData, and up to 180 days on qualified PureFlex deals. Other restrictions may apply. Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension or withdrawal without notice. Available on select systems. THIS OFFERING MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL COUNTRIES.
[2] Represents Net Present Value savings over a 36 month period for an IT infrastructure Fair Market Value lease, "best credit" customer. Current IBM Global Financing monthly rates for IBM hardware used to calculate present value savings. Savings can vary according to hardware platform. *
Hypothetical example of an FMV lease at 36 month term for “best credit” customer; other limits or conditions may apply
IBM Global Financing helped “Team IBM” close a PureSystems deal at Sogeti by providing a solution with flexible payment terms
that helped the client avoid up-front costs and better manage cash flow. Read the full story on ibm.com.
0% loans for 12/24/36 months are also available for PureApplication and PureData Systems

Best practices to engage IBM Global Financing
IGF PureSystem Leaders
NA East: Arif Jan (arifjan@us.ibm.com)
NA West: Lauren Hancock (laurenh@us.ibm.com)
Japan: Rumiko Hirakawa (ruhira@jp.ibm.com)
Europe: Jean-Yves Morin (jyvesmorin@fr.ibm.com) GMU: Huma Sachko (hsachko@au1.ibm.com)
 PRE-APPROVE your client for credit
 CUSTOMIZE lease structures and defer client payments
 ADVISE sellers on deal best practices, particularly around PureFlex transactions
1) Provide line item MTM details, including all hardware, software and services
provided
2) Contract with bottom-line pricing to the client (where legally and logistically
permitted). Distributor provide MTM details to the reseller
3) Consolidate multiple Pure offerings into one contract for simplified client
experience
Engage IGF EARLY in your deal

PureSystems Community

PureFlex Sales and Technical Community

Sales Accelerator Tools
Thinking and acting like a start up
Too many tools
Not knowing what’s available
Need more support
Need more education
Lack of transparency
No head-to-head
1) PureFlex Tools Portal
2) E2E Enablement
• Sales Transaction Hub
• Techline
• Technical Sales
3) Collaborative Development
Clear Direction & Fast Action!Change Needed…
Sales Accelerator Tools (SAT) Team
New service that gathers and manages strategic and tactical
pre-sales tools needs from sales, technical sales, and channels

Sales Accelerator Tools
Providing capabilities to meet your needs
Start the
conversation
Explore the
value props
Tune the
solution
Value props
Ball park cases
Reason to meet
Reason to act
Alinean
Consolidation
Configurations
Workloads
Sizings
WLE, SCON
Solution design
In depth TCO
Lab Services
SME
Scorpion

Accessing the portal
1. PureSystems Sales Portal
2. PureFlex Sales Accelerator Tools
 Access to tools
 Access to e2e enablement
 Upcoming education
Q1: ASEAN Advanced TCO Sales Training
Q1: PureSystems Academy, Shanghai
Q1: PureSystems Academy, Dubai
Q1: Techline Critical Support Training
Q2: NA TCO Tiger Team Training
Q2: Europe TCO Awareness Training
Q2: Europe Advanced TCO Sales Training

Reference Slides

Sales Configurators URL’s
 Blue Horizon R1 (Europe version)
− https://www-304.ibm.com/easyaccess/emeacto
 Blue Horizon R3 (non-integrated version - Americas)
− https://www-01.ibm.com/products/hardware/configurator/americas/bhui/launchNI.wss
 SSCT
− http://www-947.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?brand=5000008&lndocid=MIGR-62168
 PSAT
− http://presalesadvisor.com/login.aspx (registered version)
− http://www.presalesadvisor.net/ (public version)
 x-config
− https://www-01.ibm.com/products/hardware/configurator/americas/bhui/asit/
 e-config
− http://w3-03.ibm.com/transform/worksmart/docs/e-config.html (IBM)
− https://www-304.ibm.com/partnerworld/wps/servlet/mem/ContentHandler/svc_com_sof_econfig/lc=en_ALL_ZZ
(BP)

Other resources:
Lab Services:
https://w3.lst.ibm.com/offerings/ or via e-mail at stgls@us.ibm.com to discuss your client's requirements and obtain an estimated number of units
and Statement of Work with a description of services, terms and conditions.
PureFlex portal:
http://www.ibm.com/ibm/puresystems/us/en/pf_pureflex.html
IBM PureFlex System
http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/pureflex/express/index.html
IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis Power Guide
http://www-03.ibm.com/support/techdocs/atsmastr.nsf/WebIndex/WP102111
IBM Flex System POWER processor-based Compute Node
https://www.ibm.com/developerworks/wikis/display/WikiPtype/PureFlex+System
Announcement letter:
http://www-01.ibm.com/common/ssi/SearchResult.wss?request_locale=en
− IBM PureFlex System 42U Rack
http://www-01.ibm.com/common/ssi/cgi-bin/ssialias?infotype=an&subtype=ca&appname=gpateam&supplier=897&letternum=ENUS112-084
IBM System x® Configuration and Options Guide
http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/xbc/cog/index.html
Configuration tools
http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/configtools.html
Server Proven
http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/
Redbooks: Enterprise Chassis
http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/abstracts/tips0863.html?Open

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