Overview of the Teradata DBC/I012 database computer, covering architecture, user facilities, system specs and configuration.
The Concepts and Facilities manual presents a high‑level overview of the Teradata DBC/I012 Data Base Computer. It describes the system architecture, including the Communications Processor (COP), Interface Processor (IFP), Access Module Processor (AMP) and Disk Storage Unit, as well as the relational database features and user facilities.
The document also lists operating and configuration specifications such as processor limits, storage capacity, host hardware and operating system requirements, providing essential information for planners, system programmers and administrators.
| Maximum processors | 968 processors |
|---|---|
| Total data capacity | up to a terabyte |
| Number of databases | 32,000 |
| Host hardware | IBM 370 Models 148, 155, 158, 168, 303X, 308X, 309X, 43XX, PCM |
| Operating system | OS/VS-MVS Release 3.8 and above |
The system can support up to 968 processors (IFPs, AMPs, and COPs).
It provides up to a terabyte of data storage capacity.
Supported hosts are IBM 370 models such as 148, 155, 158, 168, 303X, 308X, 309X, 43XX and PCM.