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Overview
This page provides detailed support information for IBM Storage Protect server releases.
Release Level: IBM Storage Protect version
Operating System and Architecture: Supported OS platforms and CPU architectures
Software Requirements: Required OS versions, protocols, and drivers
Hardware Requirements: Minimum processor, memory, disk space, and database specifications
Usage Instructions
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Release Level
Operating System and Architecture
Software Requirements
Hardware Requirements
Image Name and PA Part Number
Notes
8.2.1.0
Windows x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Microsoft Windows Server 2019 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Communication: Named Pipes or TCP/IP v4/v6
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver for non-IBM tape devices
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver that is required for non-IBM drives and tape libraries. The Windows native device driver is recommended for tape drives and tape libraries. Otherwise, the IBM Storage Protect kernel device driver can be used.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
UAC Policies: Disable Admin Approval Mode for Built-in Administrator and Run all administrators in Admin Approval Mode
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log:16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Windows x64 Server (M112DML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Windows (64-bit) Operations Center Multilingual (M112KML )
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 18.04 or later
Ubuntu Server LTS 20.04 or later
Ubuntu Server LTS 22.04 or later
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.3.3-98.38+, libaio, libstdc++.so.6, numactl
Required Libraries by Distribution:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 (32-bit and 64-bit), numactl.x86_64. For RHEL 9: compat-openssl11. For RHEL 8: libnuma.so.1
SUSE Linux Enterprise: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 v4.3+ (32-bit and 64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Ubuntu LTS: libaio1, libnuma.so.1
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. Set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) device driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux x86_64 Server and Storage Agent Multilingual ( M112BML )
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux x86_64 Server and Storage Agent Enablement Key Multilingual (M112YML )
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux x86_64 Operations Center Multilingual ( M112HML )
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.6 or later RHEL 7 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.3.3-98.38+, libaio, libstdc++.so.6, numactl
Required Libraries by Distribution:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 (64-bit), numactl.s390x. For RHEL 9: compat-openssl11. For RHEL 8: libnuma.so.1
SUSE Linux Enterprise: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 v4.3+ (64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. Set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
Architecture: IBM z Systems (z13 or later), IBM LinuxONE (LinuxONE Emperor or later)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux on System z Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M112CML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux System z Operations Center Multilingual (M112JML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.6 or later RHEL 7 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 18.04 or later Ubuntu Server 18.04 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 20.04 or later Ubuntu Server 20.04 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 22.04 or later Ubuntu Server 22.04 levels
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.4-31.30+, libaio.so.1 (32-bit and 64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Required Libraries:
GNU C libraries, Version 2.4-31.30 and later. The libaio.so.1 library (both 32-bit and 64-bit packages are required). The libnuma.so.1 library.
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. To determine if SELinux is installed and in enforcing mode, check the /etc/sysconfig/selinux file, run the "sestatus" command, or check /var/log/messages. To disable: set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Processing: Asynchronous I/O enabled (libaio library required for Linux kernels 2.6 or later)
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) device driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Note: For servers running on POWER10 processors, the only supported tape devices are IBM LTO, IBM 3592, and compatible tape devices that use the IBM lin_tape device driver. Tape devices that require a different device driver, including devices that use the IBM Storage Protect tape device driver, are not supported on POWER10.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
Restriction: SAN discovery feature is not supported on Ubuntu Server LTS
Processor: IBM Power Systems (little endian) server on an IBM system
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux on POWER Little Endian Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M112FML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 Linux Power Systems (little endian) Operations Center Multilingual (M112LML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
The IBM Storage Protect device driver is used for tape devices and libraries. The AIX native SCSI driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 AIX Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M1129ML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.1 AIX Operations Center Multilingual (M112GML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Microsoft Windows Server 2019 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 (64-bit Standard or Datacenter)
Communication: Named Pipes or TCP/IP v4/v6
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver for non-IBM tape devices
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver that is required for non-IBM drives and tape libraries. The Windows native device driver is recommended for tape drives and tape libraries. Otherwise, the IBM Storage Protect kernel device driver can be used.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
UAC Policies: Disable Admin Approval Mode for Built-in Administrator and Run all administrators in Admin Approval Mode
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log:16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Windows (64-bit) Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M0TVGML )
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Windows (64-bit) Operations Center Multilingual (M0TVMML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 18.04 or later
Ubuntu Server LTS 20.04 or later
Ubuntu Server LTS 22.04 or later
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.3.3-98.38+, libaio, libstdc++.so.6, numactl
Required Libraries by Distribution:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 (32-bit and 64-bit), numactl.x86_64. For RHEL 9: compat-openssl11. For RHEL 8: libnuma.so.1
SUSE Linux Enterprise: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 v4.3+ (32-bit and 64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Ubuntu LTS: libaio1, libnuma.so.1
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. Set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) device driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux x86_64 Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M0TVDML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux x86_64 Server and Storage Agent Enablement Key Multilingual (M0TVBML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux x86_64 Operations Center Multilingual (M0TVKML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.3.3-98.38+, libaio, libstdc++.so.6, numactl
Required Libraries by Distribution:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 (64-bit), numactl.s390x. For RHEL 9: compat-openssl11. For RHEL 8: libnuma.so.1
SUSE Linux Enterprise: libaio, libstdc++.so.6 v4.3+ (64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. Set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
Architecture: IBM z Systems (z13 or later), IBM LinuxONE (LinuxONE Emperor or later)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux on System z Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M0TVFML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux on System Z Operations Center Multilingual (M0TVLML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
The IBM Storage Protect device driver is used for tape devices and libraries. The AIX native SCSI driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 AIX Server and Storage Agent Multilingual (M0TVCML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 AIX Operations Center Multilingual (M0TVJML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 or later RHEL 9 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.1 or later RHEL 8 levels
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.6 or later RHEL 7 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15, SP1 or later SLES 15 levels
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, SP4 or later SLES 12 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 18.04 or later Ubuntu Server 18.04 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 20.04 or later Ubuntu Server 20.04 levels
Ubuntu Server LTS 22.04 or later Ubuntu Server 22.04 levels
Libraries: GNU C libraries v2.4-31.30+, libaio.so.1 (32-bit and 64-bit), libnuma.so.1
Required Libraries:
GNU C libraries, Version 2.4-31.30 and later. The libaio.so.1 library (both 32-bit and 64-bit packages are required). The libnuma.so.1 library.
Important: SELinux must be disabled for IBM Storage Protect installations and upgrades. To determine if SELinux is installed and in enforcing mode, check the /etc/sysconfig/selinux file, run the "sestatus" command, or check /var/log/messages. To disable: set permissive mode with "setenforce 0" or modify /etc/sysconfig/selinux and restart.
Processing: Asynchronous I/O enabled (libaio library required for Linux kernels 2.6 or later)
Device Drivers: IBM Storage Protect passthru driver, Linux SCSI Generic (sg) driver
Device Driver Details:
The IBM Storage Protect passthru device driver is used for non-IBM devices. It uses the SCSI passthru interface to communicate with tape devices and tape libraries. The Linux SCSI Generic (sg) device driver is required for tape drives and tape libraries.
For the IBM 3590, 3592, or the Ultrium tape library or drives, the IBM device drivers are required. Install the most current device drivers. You can locate IBM driver packages at Fix Central.
Note: For servers running on POWER10 processors, the only supported tape devices are IBM LTO, IBM 3592, and compatible tape devices that use the IBM lin_tape device driver. Tape devices that require a different device driver, including devices that use the IBM Storage Protect tape device driver, are not supported on POWER10.
Configure the device drivers before you use the IBM Storage Protect server with tape devices.
Other: Korn Shell (ksh), LDAP support (Microsoft Active Directory, IBM Security Directory Server v6.3.1/6.4)
Restriction: SAN discovery feature is not supported on Ubuntu Server LTS
Processor: IBM Power Systems (little endian) server on an IBM system
If a problem arises that requires diagnosis, it is optimal to have additional temporary space available for uses such as a first failure data capture (FFDC) log or in which to collect trace logs.
Significant disk space is required for database and log files. The size of the database depends on the number of client files to be stored and the method by which the server manages them. The default active log space is 16 GB, the minimum that is needed for most workloads and configurations. When you create the active log, you need at least 64 GB to run replication. If replication and data deduplication are both being used, create an active log of 128 GB. Allocate at least three times the default active log space for the archive log (48 GB). Ensure that you have sufficient resources if you are using data deduplication or expect a heavy client workload.
For optimal performance and to facilitate I/O, specify at least two equally sized containers or Logical Unit Numbers (LUNs) for the database. In addition, each active log and archive log needs its own container or LUN.
Active Log: 16 GB default, 64 GB for replication, 128 GB for replication + deduplication
Archive Log: 48 GB minimum (3x active log)
Memory: 16 GB standard, 24 GB with deduplication or replication, 32 GB for both
Additional Memory Requirements:
For more specific memory requirements for larger databases and higher ingestion capability, see the IBM Storage Protect server memory tuning table.
For more specific memory requirements when you are using data deduplication, see the IBM Storage Protect Blueprint for your operating system.
Database: Minimum 2 equally sized containers or LUNs
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux x86_64 Server and Storage Agent Enablement Key Multilingual (M0TVBML)
IBM Storage Protect 8.2.0 Linux on Power Little Endian Operations Center Multilingual (M0TVNML)
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Storage Protect server from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid. You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Storage Protect". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Storage Protect server, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Storage Protect server for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IBM Storage Protect servers available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Storage Protect, complete the following steps:
Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to one of the IBM Storage Protect products. The fulfilled program number for IBM Storage Protect is 5725-W98
On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download. The following tables contain the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Storage Protect server, and Operations Center.
When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Storage Protect product documentation.
Note:
Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Maintenance fix pack packages and readme files for IBM Storage Protect, include both English and non-English-language where supported.