On Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 4:03 PM, Dean, David (I/S)<david_d...@bcbst.com> wrote:
> Thank you, the problem however is exactly what you allude to, what size do 
> they REALLY need to be.  IBM is comparing WebSphere RAM needs between AIX, 
> Windows, and zLinux.  We have historical data that help us compare AIX needs 
> to Windows needs, but no one is able to help us determine how that compares 
> in zLinux land.  Subsequently when an app comes along that specifies 8G in 
> AIX or Windows people are making the leap to say that we will need 8G on 
> zLinux...which is ludicrous...it is an apples to oranges comparison.  Are 
> there any studies, metrics, stats, whatever that anyone has that could help?  
> Also, for this project I am referring to a heavy WebSphere / Java environment.

I'm sure Velocity can help you here. The fact that Barton or Rob
haven't weighed in suggests to me that they're on a (rare)
vacation.Suggest you call (650) 964-8867 and find out.

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