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Hardware Replication vs. Software Replication

11:00am to 12:00pm

Starts: March 17, 2021 11:00am UTC-0500
Ends: March 17, 2021 11:00am UTC-0500

Event dates and times are calculated from your device's UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) offset.

Ash Giddings

Tom Huntington

Tune in to this live webinar to learn the different types of data replication available for IBM i and where it makes sense to use more than one method.

The IBM Power Play at HelpSystems

11:00am to 12:00pm

Starts: March 11, 2021 11:00am UTC-0600
Ends: March 11, 2021 11:00am UTC-0600

Event dates and times are calculated from your device's UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) offset.

Make your IT stronger and simpler by standardizing on HelpSystems software. Take your first step today by sitting in on this session. Register here!

The Value of a Tech Update

When was the last time you talked to your key ISVs? HelpSystems recommends an annual touch base to keep you informed on technology directions that can benefit your business.

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A Dozen Things You Should Know About Automated Job Scheduling

By Tom Huntington on October 16, 2020

Automated job scheduled software can give your company the competitive edge. Use these twelve tips to get started or to take your schedule to a new level.

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Virtual Tape Considerations for IBM i

By Tom Huntington on October 16, 2020

This article examines some of the most popular IBM VTL (virtual tap library) solutions for IBM i and other platforms. You'll also learn what to consider to determine if VTL is right for you.

Blog

IASPs: What They Are and Why You Need Them on IBM i

IBM i expert Chuck Stupca and Chuck Losinski presented an engaging webinar about the unique characteristics of IASPs and how application data can be seamlessly migrated to optimize system processes.

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IBM i: History and Timeline

Did you know that IBM i’s origins pre-date the AS/400 server? Read on for IBM i operating system history and the IBM server history that has supported this powerful platform for decades.

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Five Steps for Successful IBM i Role Swaps

Your high availability solution is only as solid as your role swaps. You can’t be certain that your systems are switch-ready unless you test. Follow these steps to start testing your role swaps regularly.

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IBM i Can Be Your Data Warehouse

By Tom Huntington on August 10, 2020

Thanks to Sequel Data Warehouse, shops using both Windows and IBM i can move their essential data storage and reporting back to the more reliable IBM i. See how here.

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Why Should I Automate My IBM i?

Automation means more than efficiency, accuracy, and ROI. It has a real impact on the people who love and work with the platform every day, as well as those who will fill their shoes in days to come.

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Solid State Drives with IBM Power Servers

Using solid-state drives (SSDs) in IBM Power servers can provide numerous advantages over traditional HDDs, namely in the area of computing performance. See some of those benefits here.

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DRaaS and Other Ways to Keep High Availability Costs Down

Learn how you can allocate HA costs as operating expenses (OPEX) instead of capital expenses (CAPEX).

Blog

Five Tips for the Automation Journey

Here are five tips from Tom Huntington on how best to move your IBM i automation project along the path to success.

Article

INFOGRAPHIC: How to Get to Lights-Out Automation on IBM i

By Tom Huntington, Chuck Losinski on March 31, 2020

Your excuses against automation have run out. Manual computer operations don't make sense anymore. It’s time for automated or lights-out data center operations for IBM i.

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Realize ROI with Robot

By Tom Huntington on March 31, 2020

Robot has a reputation for providing high-quality systems management software and backing it up with great support. These additional benefits can help you justify the cost of automation at your company.

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Common Excuses for Not Automating

By Tom Huntington on March 31, 2020

Whether it’s staffing, budget, or complexity, we’ve heard all the excuses to forgo automation. The next time you hear—or find yourself making—an excuse, have the response ready.

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What Is Live Partition Mobility for IBM i?

The key benefit of live partition mobility (LPM) for IBM i, which allows IT to migrate a partition from one physical machine to another, is limiting downtime. Read on to learn more.

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The Case for Storage Area Networks (SAN)

Using storage area networks or SAN for virtualization and dynamic allocation of system resources can lower the total cost of ownership of disk and improve flexibility for backups and more. Here’s how.

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How to Prove Your IBM i is Recoverable without a Real DR Test

By Tom Huntington on February 27, 2020

How good do you feel about your backup strategies? Did you know you can perform a simple operation two to four times a year to put much of your uneasiness to rest? It’s true. Simply audit your backups.

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FlashCopy: Pros and Cons

By Tom Huntington on February 26, 2020

IBM System Storage FlashCopy might seem like magic. But do the benefits for IBM i business continuity outweigh the hidden costs? Read on to find out.

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Making the Case for PowerVM

By Tom Huntington on February 25, 2020

Need to make a case to introduce PowerVM into your Power Systems environment? Read this article!

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