Planning for hardware

Before you install the IBM Spectrum Virtualize™ system, plan the physical configuration and the initial data configuration for the system.

Server hardware
IBM Spectrum Virtualize can support various server hardware platforms.
Uninterruptible power-supply requirements
Ensure that you comply with the requirements for the uninterruptible power supply.
Physical configuration planning of the IBM Spectrum Virtualize system
Before you install the server hardware that is being used for the IBM Spectrum Virtualize nodes, you must plan the physical configuration and the initial settings for the system.
IBM Spectrum Virtualize physical installation planning
Before you set up your IBM Spectrum Virtualize environment, you must verify that the prerequisite conditions are met.

Parent topic: Planning