Blog
The Case for Storage Area Networks (SAN)
By Tom Huntington on Tue, 03/03/2020
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.
Article
IBM on IASP for PowerHA Implementations
By Chuck Losinski on Tue, 03/03/2020
You’ve heard about IASP technology many times over the years, but you’ve been ignoring it, haven’t you? Steve Finnes confirms that it’s past time we “get to know it, understand it, and not be afraid of it.”
Article
FlashCopy: Pros and Cons
By Tom Huntington on Wed, 02/26/2020
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.
Article
Making the Case for PowerVM
By Tom Huntington on Mon, 02/24/2020
Need to make a case to introduce PowerVM into your Power Systems environment? Read this article!
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IBM i Data Replication: Hardware vs. Software
By Tom Huntington on Mon, 02/17/2020
There are a lot of options out there for IBM i data replication. We’ll help you weigh the options as your put together the pieces of your high availability plan.
Case Study
Alaska Communications Reaches New Heights with Network Monitoring from Intermapper
Alaska Communications is an internet service provider (ISP) supporting communications infrastructure in Alaska. Their team provides critical network services to customers—oftentimes, in remote locations. The company was in the midst of developing plans for a new site—one which was located on a mountaintop. With this remote site, they knew they were in for an uphill battle regarding maintenance and...
On-Demand Webinar
How to Put PowerVC into Practice
How well do you understand the capabilities of the underlying IBM PowerVC technology that supports this virtualization? Watch this webinar for pro tips!
Blog
What's New with High Availability at Fortra?
By Timothy Prickett Morgan on Wed, 11/20/2019
In this interview, IT Jungle's Timothy Prickett Morgan connects with Fortra to get an update on the company’s high availability offerings for IBM i. Read on.
On-Demand Webinar
Inside Robot Monitor: A Features Tour
During this webinar, our experts demonstrate the key features that make Robot Monitor the right choice for proactive performance monitoring across your Power Systems environment.
On-Demand Webinar
[Customer Exclusive] Robot & Powertech Web Interface
Watch this recorded webinar where our technology experts show you the best ways to quickly implement and add value with Fortra Insite.
On-Demand Webinar
When JDBC/ODBC Jobs Attack Your IBM i
Don’t let QZDASOINIT jobs put a stranglehold on system resources while you fly blind. Get to the bottom of job performance issues faster with Robot Monitor. Watch now!
Blog
What Does Db2 Mirror for i Mean for Me?
By Tom Huntington on Wed, 07/10/2019
Take a look at the strengths and weaknesses of IBM’s Db2 Mirror for i and determine how Fortra solutions complement this tool and can further enhance your experience.
On-Demand Webinar
IBM i Work Management 101
Watch this recorded webinar to get a better understanding of why IBM i jobs end up where they do and what you can do to control where they go to optimize system resources.
Article
Capacity Planning and the Culture of Proof
By Timothy Prickett Morgan on Fri, 05/31/2019
Capacity planning is one of the most important things that a company will do, and yet there are still many companies that do it on the back of the envelope. Read this article and learn how to do it right.
On-Demand Webinar
Easy IBM i Migrations with Near-Zero Downtime
Upgrading your IBM Power Systems hardware? Robot HA can help you migrate your IBM i data with little to no downtime. Learn how here!
On-Demand Webinar
Robot HA in PowerHA Environments
PowerHA is robust, but it may not cover all your bases—SYSBAS, that is! Watch this webinar and learn how to replicate data and applications in SYSBAS.
Article
Audit for Role Swap Readiness with Robot HA
By Tom Huntington on Fri, 03/15/2019
Your IBM i source and target systems may not be identical. But don’t panic! Robot HA has a Swap Audit feature that regularly checks your setup and confirms you’re ready to role swap at any time.
Datasheet
Robot Monitor and Database Server Jobs
Robot Monitor IBM i performance monitoring software provides fast resolution for QZDASOINIT job issues. Read on to learn more.