I think that HMC hardware and software is downward compatible. But not always upward compatible.
There is a relativity easy workaround: every HMC I have worked with includes a web server. Using a suitable browser and a suitable level of the Java runtimes, you can perform most all HMC functions. Note: depending on the level of HMC code, IE and MS Java may -not- be suitable. Firefox with Sun Java runtimes has worked for me every time. Hope this helps and good luck. -----Original Message----- From: IBM Mainframe Discussion List [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ??? ?? ??? Sent: Sunday, October 28, 2007 1:05 AM To: IBM-MAIN@BAMA.UA.EDU Subject: Upgrading from a z890 to a z9 BC Hi, Our management has decided to upgrade one of our z890's. IBM has recommended we upgrade to a z9 BC. We currently have two z890 that are in a basic sysplex. We are running z/OS 1.7. We also run a z800 that is not connected to the sysplex. The z800 is controlled by the same HMC as the z890's. As far as I remember the z9 BC uses a linux based HMC. Do we have to use the Linux based HMC If we do, can it control the z890 and z800 we will have in the HMC network. Will it be able to work together with the other OS/2 based HMC we have. TIA Gadi NOTICE: This electronic mail message and any files transmitted with it are intended exclusively for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. The message, together with any attachment, may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, printing, saving, copying, disclosure or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately advise the sender by reply email and delete all copies. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For IBM-MAIN subscribe / signoff / archive access instructions, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: GET IBM-MAIN INFO Search the archives at http://bama.ua.edu/archives/ibm-main.html
