IBM System z10 EC Enterprise Class User Manual

About this manual

This manual gives a comprehensive hardware overview of the IBM System z10 Enterprise Class (z10 EC) mainframe, covering processor units, memory capacity, cache hierarchy, and interconnect technologies. It also lists the five hardware models, their features, and the supported processor and storage options.

Additional sections describe upgrade procedures for existing z9 EC and z990 systems, key dates for product availability, and support information for TPF and z/TPF environments. Contact details for further assistance are provided at the end of the document.

What's inside

• Hardware Overview
• Five hardware models
• z10 EC System Upgrades
• Key Dates
• 210 EC Multi-Chip Module (MCM)
• Enterprise Quad Core
• Orderable Processor Features
• TPF and z/TPF Support
• Contact Information

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

When was the IBM System z10 EC announced?

The IBM System z10 EC was announced on February 26, 2008.

What is the maximum memory supported by the z10 EC?

The z10 EC can be configured with up to 1,520 GB of memory.

How many processor units can be installed in a z10 EC system?

A z10 EC system can have up to 64 customer processor units (PUs).

What upgrade options are available for existing z10 EC models?

Existing models E26, E40 and E56 can be concurrently upgraded to higher z10 EC models, such as E64.