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.