IBM United States Software Announcement , dated February 10, 2009

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1 , dated February 10, 2009 IBM System Storage V2.2 software with additional 2-year, 4-year, and 5- year Software Maintenance agreements now available at initial order Table of contents 1 At a glance 3 Offering Information 1 Overview 3 Publications 2 Key prerequisites 4 Technical information 2 Planned availability date 6 Software Services 2 Description 6 Ordering information 2 Reference information 10 Terms and conditions 3 Product identification 12 Prices 3 Program 17 Order now At a glance IBM System Storage tm V2.2 adds support for virtual TS3500 tape libraries, virtual Ultrium 3 tape drives, and path failover. Additional Software Maintenance options are available for greater flexibility. You can order 2-year, 4-year, and 5-year Software Maintenance at initial order. For ordering, contact your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: YE001). Overview IBM System Storage V2, Release 2, software is now available including 2-year, 4-year, and 5-year Software Maintenance registration agreements. These three additional maintenance options can be ordered only at initial order and cannot be used to renew or reinstate an existing or expired maintenance agreement. The IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway solution, comprised of IBM System Storage (EE) V2 software and the IBM System Storage TS7650G De-duplication Server (3958-DD3) hardware, is designed to address the disk-based data protection needs of enterprise data centers. The TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway solution has also been modified to support preloading the ProtecTIER software on the Gateway hardware. Appropriate s have been added to ProtecTIER EE V2 for preloading. ProtecTIER EE V2 has been enhanced to emulate TS3500 tape libraries and Ultrium 3 tape drives. ProtecTIER EE supports IBM's path failover technology with TS3500 virtual tape libraries For additional information on the IBM System Storage V2 software, refer to Software Announcement , dated August 26, IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1

2 Key prerequisites IBM System Storage V2 software requires the IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway (3958-DD3) hardware. Planned availability date March 6, 2009 Description Release 2 of IBM System Storage V2 enhances the functionality of release 1 by adding support for virtual TS3500 tape libraries with virtual Ultrium 2 or Ultrium 3 tape drives. Additionally, IBM's path failover functionality may be used with virtual TS3500 tape libraries. Path failover may be used to help enhance availability. This function is designed to provide automatic control path failover to a preconfigured redundant control path in the event of a loss of a host adapter or control path drive, without aborting the current job in progress. Support is provided under various operating systems such as AIX, Linux, Solaris, HP-UX, and Windows for Fibre Channel attachments when the IBM device driver is used. Data path failover supports virtual Ultrium Tape Drives in the TS3500 virtual tape library using the IBM device driver for AIX, Linux, Windows, Solaris, and HP-UX. Data path failover is designed to provide a failover mechanism in the IBM device driver to enable configuration of multiple redundant paths in a SAN environment. In the event of a path or component failure, the failover mechanism is designed to automatically provide error recovery to retry the current operation using an alternate, preconfigured path without aborting the current job in progress. This provides flexibility in SAN configuration, availability, and management. ProtecTIER only supports control path failover or data path failover with virtual TS3500 tape libraries. Three additional software maintenance options have been defined for 2-year, 4-year, and 5-year Software Maintenance registration agreements. These options can be ordered only at initial order and cannot be used to renew or reinstate an existing or expired maintenance agreement. The existing 1-year and 3-year software maintenance options for ProtecTIER EE remain available. Accessibility by people with disabilities A U.S. Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) containing details on accessibility compliance can be requested at Reference information For information about IBM System Storage V2.1, refer to Software Announcement , dated August 26, For information about IBM System Storage TS7650G Server (3958-DD3), refer to Hardware Announcement , dated February 10, IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2

3 Product identification Program PID 5639-XXB Maintenance 2 year Maintenance 4 year Registration PID Registration PID 5639-XXJ 5639-XXK Maintenance 5 year Registration PID 5639-XXL Program Program Program VRM name 5639-XXB IBM System Storage ProtecTIER Enterprise Edition V2 Software Software Maintenance 5639-XXJ 5639-XXK 5639-XXL ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed. Registration 2 year ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed. Registration 4 year ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed. Registration 5 year Offering Information Product information is available via the Offering Information Web site Business Partner information If you are a Direct Reseller - System Reseller acquiring products from IBM, you may link directly to Business Partner information for this announcement. A PartnerWorld ID and password are required (use IBM ID). Publications All required publications are shipped with the corequisite IBM 3958-DD3 hardware order when the software preload is ordered on V2 software. To review publications titles for the IBM System Storage TS7650G Gateway (IBM 3958-DD3), refer to Hardware Announcement , dated February 10, 2009 Publications with software relevance included in the Publications CD-ROM, LCD , when the media supply is ordered for ProtecTIER Enterprise Edition V2 include: Title Order IBM System Storage TS7600 with ProtecTIER Introduction and Planning Guide for the TS7650G (Gateway) IBM System Storage TS7600 with ProtecTIER GC GC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3

4 Installation Roadmap Guide for the TS7650G (Gateway) IBM System Storage ProtecTIER User's Guide for Enterprise Edition and Appliance Edition GC IBM System Storage TS7600 with ProtecTIER Problem Determination Guide for the TS7650 Appliance and TS7650G Gateway (3958 DD1, 3958 DD3, and 3958 AP1) GC Publications are available on the IBM Publications Center Web site and are included on the IBM System Storage TS7600 ProtecTIER - TS7650 and TS7650G Publications CD-ROM LCD (part 45E6762). To order additional selected hardcopy publications for a fee or download free PDF format publications, visit the IBM Publications Center Web site Technical information Specified operating environment Hardware requirements IBM System Storage V2 software requires the TS7650G Server (3958-DD1 or -DD3). Additional hardware, defined in the announcement for IBM System Storage TS7650G Server (3958-DD3) (Hardware Announcement , dated February 10, 2009) is required to complete the TS7650G de-duplication solution. Management console IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway must have a console in order to perform system installation and maintenance. One console (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) is required for each server. If multiple ProtecTIER servers need to be accessed, they can be connected to a console via a switch box or via a terminal server. You must place the console hardware order separately from the TS7650G solution order. The console must be capable of operating one of the following operating systems: Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 Red Hat Enterprise 4, or later The console must also have: At least 100 MB of available disk space At least 256 MB of RAM The console must have access to the ProtecTIER service nodes at IP address (port 3501 is open on the firewall). Confer with your IBM representative for console configuration alternatives. Software requirements Operating system prerequisites The appropriate Linux operating system is included with the IBM System Storage V2 software and is loaded on the TS7650G Gateway with your initial order. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4

5 Connectivity prerequisites The supported Fiber Channel switches are listed in the System Storage Operation Center (SSIC) at If this IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway engine is to be accessed via ProtecTIER Manager installed on another computer, network connections must be configured to allow access. The IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway front end links will be up only after configuring a repository. File system prerequisites The IBM System Storage TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway stores data in Red Hat Global File Systems (GFS). The and size of the file systems depend on the size and parameters of your configured repository. Tivoli Storage Manager and other compatible software offerings can provide storage and tape management software for the TS7650G. Supporting software and applications must be obtained separately from IBM, IBM Business Partners, or ISVs. For a current list of compatible software, call your IBM representative, or visit The program's specifications and specified operating environment information may be found in documentation accompanying the program, if available, such as a readme file, or other information published by IBM, such as an announcement letter. Documentation and other program content may be supplied only in the English language. Planning information Customer responsibilities Physical planning is a customer responsibility. Use the detailed planning information in the IBM System Storage TS7600 with ProtecTIER Introduction and Planning Guide for the TS7650G (Gateway) GC to plan your installation. This guide is available at no charge at the IBM Publications Center. Refer to the Publications section. Direct customer support Less than one hour is required to install and configure the management software on the management console. For technical support or assistance, contact your IBM representative or visit IBM Global Services IBM Technical Support Services provides comprehensive hardware and software support, including hardware and software implementation for the ProtecTIER TS7650G De-duplication solution. Technical Support Services are designed to support your installations of IBM System Storage hardware and software. Offering the best solutions for storage management and data migration, IBM Technical Support Services can assist you in developing and deploying storage solutions to enable your success and satisfaction. For more information, contact your IBM representative or Business Partner. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5

6 Packaging For new orders of IBM System Storage V2 (5639- XXB), the following media are shipped: IBM System Storage V2, LCD IBM System Storage ProtecTIER Manager V2, LCD IBM System Storage TS7600 ProtecTIER - TS7650 and TS7650G Publications CD- ROM LCD (part 45E6762) License Information form LC The paid invoice acts as Proof of Entitlement (PoE) for all orders of IBM System Storage V2 software. Media 5829 causes the code CDs to be shipped. Security, auditability, and control This product uses the security and auditability s of host hardware, host software, or application software to which it is attached. The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security s, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communication facilities. Software Services IBM Software Services has the breadth, depth, and reach to manage your services needs. You can leverage the deep technical skills of our lab-based, software services team and the business consulting, project management, and infrastructure expertise of our IBM Global Services team. Also, we extend our IBM Software Services reach through IBM Business Partners to provide an extensive portfolio of capabilities. Together, we provide the global reach, intellectual capital, industry insight, and technology leadership to support a wide range of critical business needs. To learn more about IBM Software Services or to contact a Software Services sales specialist, visit Ordering information Charge metric Part or Program name PID Charge metric ProtecTIER 5639-XXB per Server and Enterprise per Terabyte Edition V2 Server Server is the unit of measure by which this program is licensed. A server is a computer system that executes requested procedures, commands, or applications to one or more user or client devices. A Proof of Entitlement (PoE) must be obtained for each server regardless of the of processor cores or partitions in the server on which the program runs or each server managed by the program. Where blade technology is employed, each blade is considered a separate server. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6

7 IBM System Storage V2 -- New orders Single server configurations Order one V2 use authorization for each ProtecTIER TS7650G (IBM 3958 Model DD1 or DD3) server configured. Order basic capacity authorizations corresponding to the total terabytes (TB) managed by each ProtecTIER server. Terebyte capacity ordering is by cumulative tier. Starting with tier 1 (1-12 TB), order the quantity from each successive tier required to reach the total TB managed by the server, filling each tier in succession. The tier 6 per TB 251+ is limited to a quantity of 250. If the total capacity managed by the ProtecTIER server is 500 TB or less, order the authorizations above 250 TB using the tier 6 per TB 251+, to reach the required total. If the total capacity managed by the server is greater than 500 TB but less than 750 TB on a new order, order the per 250 TB 251+ tier 6, with an additional quantity of per TB 251+ s (up to 250), to meet the required total of managed TB authorizations. For total managed capacity at or above 750 TB and below 1000 TB in a new order, order quantity 2 of the per 250 TB, 251+, to reach the required range before using the tier 6 per TB 251+ s to reach the exact total. Clustered server orders Order optional cluster authorization (in addition to capacity authorizations) corresponding to the total storage capacity managed by ProtecTIER clustered servers at the site. Cluster orders require quantity 2 V2 (per server) use authorization s for each cluster. Order basic capacity authorizations for the total storage managed by the cluster (commonly configured for both servers in the cluster). In addition, order cluster capacity authorizations in the same amount as base capacity authorizations. Note: Cluster support requires cluster enablement on the corresponding TS7650G (IBM3958 Model DD1 or DD3) hardware order. Refer to Hardware Announcement , dated February 10, Capacity upgrade orders Customer representatives should be prepared to furnish the ProtecTIER server serial or system identification unit (SIU) for the server (or servers in a cluster) being upgraded with additional capacity. Upgrade orders using cumulative tiers are made starting within the tier representing the current capacity authorized (for capacity with current Software Maintenance). Once pricing tier 6 has been reached (beyond 250 TB), all subsequent upgrade orders are made from tier 6, so long as Software Maintenance at or above that authorization level is current. Single capacity upgrade orders of less than 250 TB total can be made from tier 6 using the per TB 251+ order. For single orders from tier 6 of greater than 250 TB, use a combination of the per 250 TB and per terabyte tier 6 order s to reach the required total. Order Software Maintenance registration corresponding to all product s and quantities ordered, for both new and capacity upgrade orders. Refer to the Software Subscription and Support (Software Maintenance) applies section. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 7

8 New for V2 The TS7650G ProtecTIER De-duplication Gateway solution now supports preloading the ProtecTIER software on the Gateway hardware XXB: IBM System Storage V2 No-charge s: Serial Number Only 3444 IBM System Storage Software Maintenance IBM System Storage V2 software is now available at initial order with 2-year, 4-year, and 5-year Software Maintenance registration agreements. These three new maintenance options can be ordered only at initial order and cannot be used to renew or reinstate an existing or expired maintenance agreement. For information on existing 1-year and 3-year Software Maintenenace options software, refer to the IBM System Storage V2, Software Announcement , dated August 26, Order Software Maintenance Registration corresponding to each ProtecTIER Enterprise Edition V2 product base, capacity, and cluster authorization, for both new and upgrade orders XXJ: IBM System Storage Two Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s Two Year Registration per Servers ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Two Year Registration Capacity Support (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0006 (65-100) 0009 ( ) 0012 (251+) 0015 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0016 Two Year Registration Cluster Support IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 8

9 (1-12) 0017 (13-32) 0018 (33-64) 0021 (65-100) 0024 ( ) 0027 (251+) 0030 per 250 Terabytes (251+) XXK: IBM System Storage Four Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s Four Year Registration per Servers ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Four Year Registration Capacity Support (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0004 (65-100) 0005 ( ) 0006 (251+) 0007 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0008 Four Year Registration Cluster Support (1-12) 0009 (13-32) 0010 (33-64) 0011 (65-100) 0012 ( ) 0013 (251+) 0014 per 250 Terabytes (251+) XXL: IBM System Storage Five Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s Five Year Registration per Servers IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 9

10 ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Five Year Registration Capacity Support (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0004 (65-100) 0005 ( ) 0006 (251+) 0007 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0008 Five Year Registration Cluster Support (1-12) 0009 (13-32) 0010 (33-64) 0011 (65-100) 0012 ( ) 0013 (251+) 0014 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0015 Terms and conditions The information provided in this announcement letter is for reference and convenience purposes only. The terms and conditions that govern any transaction with IBM are contained in the applicable contract documents such as the IBM International Program License Agreement, IBM International Passport Advantage Agreement, and the IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance. Licensing IBM International Program License Agreement including the License Information document and Proof of Entitlement (PoE) govern your use of the program. PoEs are required for all authorized use. This software license includes Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance). Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance The IBM Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance (Z ) agreement applies for Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) and does not require customer signatures. These programs are licensed under the IBM Program License Agreement (IPLA) and the associated Agreement for Acquisition of Software Maintenance, which provide for IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 10

11 support with ongoing access to releases and versions of the program. IBM includes one year of Software Subscription and Support with the initial license acquisition of each program acquired. The initial period of Software Subscription and Support can be extended by the purchase of a renewal option, if available. These programs have a one-time license charge for use of the program and an annual renewable charge for the enhanced support that includes telephone assistance (voice support for defects during normal business hours), as well as access to updates, releases, and versions of the program as long as support is in effect. License Information form LC The program's LI will be available for review on the IBM Software License Agreement Web site Limited warranty applies Yes Limited warranty IBM warrants that when the program is used in the specified operating environment, it will conform to its specifications. The warranty applies only to the unmodified portion of the program. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the program or that IBM will correct all program defects. You are responsible for the results obtained from the use of the program. IBM provides you with access to IBM databases containing information on known program defects, defect corrections, restrictions, and bypasses at no additional charge. For further information, consult the IBM Software Support Handbook found at IBM will maintain this information for at least one year after the original licensee acquires the program (warranty period). Money-back guarantee If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the program and you are the original licensee, you may obtain a refund of the amount you paid for it, if within 30 days of your invoice date you return the program and its PoE to the party from whom you obtained it. If you downloaded the program, you may contact the party from whom you acquired it for instructions on how to obtain the refund. For clarification, note that for programs acquired under any of IBM's On/Off Capacity on Demand (On/Off CoD) software offerings, this term does not apply since these offerings apply to programs already acquired and in use by you. Authorization for use on home/portable computer You may not copy and use this program on another computer without paying additional license fees. Volume orders (IVO) Yes. Contact your IBM representative. Passport Advantage applies No IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 11

12 Usage restriction Yes. IBM System Storage V2 software (5639-XXB) is licensed on a per server and per terabyte basis. Optional Clustering support function is licensed on a per terabyte capacity basis. Software Subscription and Support (Software Maintenance) applies Yes. All distributed software licenses include Software Subscription and Support (also referred to as Software Maintenance) for a period of 12 months from the date of acquisition, providing a streamlined way to acquire IBM software and assure technical support coverage for all licenses. Extending coverage for a total of three years from date of acquisition may be elected. While your Software Subscription and Support is in effect, IBM provides you assistance for your routine, short duration installation and usage (how-to) questions, and code-related questions. IBM provides assistance via telephone and, if available, electronic access, only to your information systems (IS) technical support personnel during the normal business hours (published prime shift hours) of your IBM support center. (This assistance is not available to your end users.) IBM provides Severity 1 assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. For additional details, consult your IBM Software Support Handbook at Software Subscription and Support does not include assistance for the design and development of applications, your use of programs in other than their specified operating environment, or failures caused by products for which IBM is not responsible under this agreement. IBM Operational Support Services - SoftwareXcel No System i Software Maintenance applies No Variable charges apply No Educational allowance available Yes. A 15% education allowance applies to qualified education institution customers. Prices Information on charges is available at Choose the option entitled Purchase/upgrade tools. Software Maintenance 5639-XXJ: IBM System Storage Two Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 12

13 Two Year Registration per Servers ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Two Year Registration Capacity Support (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0006 (65-100) 0009 ( ) 0012 (251+) 0015 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0016 Two Year Registration Cluster Support (1-12) 0017 (13-32) 0018 (33-64) 0021 (65-100) 0024 ( ) 0027 (251+) 0030 per 250 Terabytes (251+) XXK: IBM System Storage Four Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s Four Year Registration per Servers ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Four Year Registration Capacity Support IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 13

14 (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0004 (65-100) 0005 ( ) 0006 (251+) 0007 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0008 Four Year Registration Cluster Support (1-12) 0009 (13-32) 0010 (33-64) 0011 (65-100) 0012 ( ) 0013 (251+) 0014 per 250 Terabytes (251+) XXL: IBM System Storage Five Year Software Maintenance One-time charge s Five Year Registration per Servers ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed 0001 per Server Five Year Registration Capacity Support (1-12) 0002 (13-32) 0003 (33-64) 0004 (65-100) 0005 ( ) 0006 (251+) 0007 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0008 Five Year Registration Cluster Support (1-12) 0009 (13-32) 0010 (33-64) 0011 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 14

15 (65-100) 0012 ( ) 0013 (251+) 0014 per 250 Terabytes (251+) 0015 Description Type List price ProtecTIER 5639-XXJ 0001 $4,799 Enterprise Ed V XXJ ,900 (1-12) 5639-XXJ ,600 (13-32) 5639-XXJ (33-64) 5639-XXJ (65-100) 5639-XXJ ( ) 5639-XXJ (251+) per 250 Terabytes 5639-XXJ ,000 TB (251+) 5639-XXJ (1-12) 5639-XXJ (13-32) 5639-XXJ (33-64) 5639-XXJ (65-100) 5639-XXJ ( ) 5639-XXJ (251+) per 250 Terabytes 5639-XXJ ,500 TB (251+) ProtecTIER 5639-XXK ,397 Enterprise Ed V XXK ,700 (1-12) 5639-XXK ,800 (13-32) 5639-XXK ,500 (33-64) 5639-XXK (65-100) 5639-XXK ( ) 5639-XXK (251+) per 250 Terabytes 5639-XXK ,000 TB (251+) 5639-XXK (1-12) 5639-XXK (13-32) 5639-XXK (33-64) 5639-XXK (65-100) 5639-XXK ( ) 5639-XXK (251+) per 250 Terabytes 5639-XXK ,500 TB (251+) 5639-XXL ,196 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 15

16 ProtecTIER Enterprise Ed V2 (1-12) (13-32) (33-64) (65-100) ( ) (251+) per 250 Terabytes TB (251+) (1-12) (13-32) (33-64) (65-100) ( ) (251+) per 250 Terabytes TB (251+) 5639-XXL , XXL , XXL , XXL , XXL XXL XXL , XXL , XXL , XXL , XXL XXL XXL XXL ,000 IBM Global Financing IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing to credit-qualified customers to assist them in acquiring IT solutions. Offerings include financing for IT acquisition, including hardware, software, and services, from both IBM and other manufacturers or vendors. Offerings (for all customer segments: small, medium, and large enterprise), rates, terms, and availability can vary by country. Contact your local IBM Global Financing organization or visit IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States, and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government customers. Rates are based on a customer's credit rating, financing terms, offering type, equipment type, and options, and may vary by country. Other restrictions may apply. Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension, or withdrawal without notice. For more financing information, visit IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 16

17 Order now To order, contact the Americas Call Centers or your local IBM representative, or your IBM Business Partner. To identify your local IBM representative or IBM Business Partner, call 800-IBM-4YOU ( ). Phone: 800-IBM-CALL ( ) Fax: 800-2IBM-FAX ( ) Internet: Mail: IBM Teleweb Customer Support ibm.com Sales Execution Center, Americas North 3500 Steeles Ave. East, Tower 3/4 Markham, Ontario Canada L3R 2Z1 Reference: YE001 The Americas Call Centers, our national direct marketing organization, can add your name to the mailing list for catalogs of IBM products. Note: Shipments will begin after the planned availability date. Trademarks System Storage is a trademark of IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. IBM, AIX, PartnerWorld, Tivoli, Passport Advantage and ibm.com are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries, or both. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Terms of use IBM products and services which are announced and available in your country can be ordered under the applicable standard agreements, terms, conditions, and prices in effect at the time. IBM reserves the right to modify or withdraw this announcement at any time without notice. This announcement is provided for your information only. Additional terms of use are located at For the most current information regarding IBM products, consult your IBM representative or reseller, or visit the IBM worldwide contacts page IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 17