Novellis making it easier to start
using Linux onIBM System z mainframeswith a new
starter pack.
Novell has launched
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server Starter System for System z, a
pre-built installation server that simplifies the installation of
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server on IBM's System z mainframes.
The starter system eliminates the need for IT managers to search
for network access to installation media on the mainframe. With the
new Starter System for System z, customers can quickly initiate
evaluations of SuSE Linux Enterprise Server for System z, said
Novell.
Carol Stafford, vice-president of worldwide System z sales at
IBM, said, "This starter kit is a great example of the many ways
IBM is expanding mainframe compatibility and ease-of-use
features.
"Novell's Starter System for System z helps Linux customers
quickly maximise the mainframe's high reliability and scalability
for mixed workloads."