Velocity Software, Inc. is recognized as a leader in the performance measurement of z/VM and Linux on z. The Velocity Performance Suite consist of a set of tools that enable installations running z/VM to measure, report, and manage the perfomance of not only their z/VM system, but their Linux on z guests. In addition, many components of server farms can be measured and analyzed. Performance data can be viewed real-time through the use of either 3270 (often refered to as a green screen) or a browser. The zPRO component is designed to extend the capabilities of the z/VM sysprog (system programmer) to the browser world. This feature moves system management to the point-and-click crowd. Archived data and reports can be kept available of long term review and reporting usine zMAP. The zVPS, formally ESALPS, components consist of: zMON (formally ESAMON - real-time display of performance data), zTCP (formally ESATCP - SNMP data collection), zMAP (formally ESAMAP - historical reporting and archiving), zVWS (formally ESAWEB - z/VM based web server), zTUNE (a subscription service), zVIEW (formally SHOWCASE - web based viewing of performance data), zPRO (new to the quality line of Velocity Software Products). Velocity continues to work with other software vendors to ensure smooth interface with or from other products such as VM:Webgateway, CA-Webgateway, EnterpriseWeb, MXG, MICS. Velocity software remains the leader and inovator in the z/VM performance, Linux performance, Managing cloud computing arenas.
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z/VM & Linux Performance Seminars


Velocity Software offers free performance seminars covering z/VM and Linux on System z. These seminars help installations obtain optimal performance from z/VM and Linux on System z environments.

As a hypervisor, z/VM manages real resources between virtual servers. Incorrect configuration of one virtual server can impact the performance of others. Proper configuration and tuning of both Linux and z/VM is necessary to ensure consistent performance of all virtual servers.

Thousands of VM professionals in over 50 cities worldwide have attended Velocity seminars. These informative classes teach techniques for correctly configuring resources and tuning parameters to meet z/VM and Linux performance requirements.

Our seminars are appropriate for both experts and novices.


Topics Presented

Managing Linux under z/VM using the Linux Performance Suite (ESALPS)
Managing Linux on a mainframe requires capacity planning, performance analysis, chargeback, and operational support. This next topic describes the technologies employed by Velocity Software's ESALPS.

  • SNMP and Net-SNMP
  • Measuring Linux, NT, and Sun Servers
  • VM Performance Data
  • Using ESALPS for Performance Data Collection

VM and Linux Configuration Guidelines
Many installations have failed in their proof of concept because of simple configuration errors. Linux on System z is NOT Linux on Intel, and is NOT z/VM for traditional CMS workloads. The requirements are very different. On System Z, we have technologies that other platforms can only dream of - and utilizging those technologies often means the difference between success and failure. This topic presents:

  • Configuring for Performance
  • Subsystems: DASD, Storage, Expanded Storage, Paging
  • Scheduler Parameters

Analyzing and Tuning Linux Storage in z/VM Environment. Running Linux under z/VM well requires an understanding of Linux storage and the tuning options that exist. This presentation looks at:

  • Linux Storage Overview
  • Storage Tuning Options (XIP, CMM)
  • Standard Tuning Techniques

Linux and z/VM Accounting and Chargeback This presentation is provided to answer today's most common question of how to perform accounting and chargeback for linux processes, applications and/or servers.


2010 Performance Seminar Schedule

March 23, Mountain View, CA April 23, Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX
April 14, Washington, DC May 3, Sydney, Australia
April 15, NYC (Manhattan), NY June 15, Minneapolis, MN

Performance seminars normally begin at 9:00AM and end at 4:30PM. When over two days, the material is split over two days.

To register online click on the city in the schedule above. You can also register by calling Velocity Software at +1 650.964.8867, or by sending e-mail to sales@velocity-software.com. Specify your city of choice and include your full name, company, mailing address, and fax number.

For German and other European seminars, please contact European Sales by sending email to Magnelia Necoy

Once enrolled, we will send a confirmation letter with logistics, plus a reminder at least 7 days days before the seminar.


Velocity Software, Inc.

P.O. Box 390640
Mountain View, CA 94039-0640
Voice: 650-964-8867
Fax: 650-964-9012