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This document describes how and where to download IBM Spectrum Protect™ for Databases 8.1.17
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases packages in this level:
-8.1.17 Data Protection for SQL Server: Available 9 December 2022
-8.1.17.1 Data Protection for SQL Server: Available 13 December 2022
-8.1.17.2 Data Protection for SQL Server: Available 17 March 2023
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Tip: The product now known as IBM Spectrum Protect was named IBM Tivoli Storage Manager in releases earlier than Version 7.1.3. To learn more about the rebranding transition, see: Tivoli Storage Manager branding transition to IBM Spectrum Protect.
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.17 contains the following components:
- Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server 8.1.17
- Data Protection for Oracle 8.1.13
To learn about new features in IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases, see in What's new for IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases
This document is divided into linked sections. Use the following links to go to the section of the document that you require.
- Packages on PTF Distribution website
- Packages on Fix Central online
- Packages on Passport Advantage Online
Packages on PTF distribution website
All IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases maintenance packages (fix packs), and interim fixes can be accessed by using the PTF distribution website. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the PTF distribution website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through PTF distribution website do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server or Data Protection for Oracle, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website
Packages on Fix Central online
To get the most current features and enhancements, it is required to update IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases component from a previous version or release. Maintenance packages (fix packs) and interim fixes are delivered on Fix Central.
Fix Central is a secure website that requires you to log in using your IBMid. You can acquire an IBMid at Sign up to IBMid.
You can locate the packages on the Fix Central online website by using the product name, version, and platform as the search query. For example, use the "IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases". The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Fix Central online website.
However, these maintenance packages and interim fixes available through Fix Central do not contain the required license enablement files. For initial installation of IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases component, you must obtain your packages, with the associated license enablement files, from the Passport Advantage Online website.
Packages on Passport Advantage Online
The Passport Advantage Online website offers complete images of IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases for download. The packages available through Passport Advantage are the base level packages.
The Passport Advantage Online website is a secure website that requires an account ID and password. It has all of the component and platform packages associated with IIBM Spectrum Protect for Databases available for download. The HTTPS link in the download list directs to the Passport Advantage Online website.
To download and assemble the installation parts for IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases component, complete the following steps:
- Go to Passport Advantage Online website, click Customer sign in, and sign in by using your IBMid and password.
- In the Software and services online page, click Software download & media access.
- Use one of the search options under Browse your entitled software to find the link to the IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases product.
The fulfilled program number for IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases is 5725-X01. - On the product download page, ensure that the Required checkbox is selected, and then click Download.
The following table contains the descriptions and part numbers of the parts for IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases. - When the download is finished, unpack each downloaded part into a single temporary directory on your system.
- To install the product, follow the instructions in the IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases product documentation.
Note: Downloading any files indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions detailed in the IBM Program license agreement.
Image Name | Passport Advantage Part Number | Platforms Supported |
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IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.17 Multiplatform Multilingual eAssembly | G07BMML | Windows x64 |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.17 (Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server) Multiplatform, Multi-Language | M08YDML | Windows x64 |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) AIX | M03GRML | AIX |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) HP Itanium | M03GSML | HP-UX |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) Linux | M03GTML | Linux x86_64 Linux on System Z |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) Solaris x86_64 | M03GWML | Solaris x86_64 |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) Solaris SPARC | M03GVML | Solaris SPARC |
IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.13 (Data Protection for Oracle) Windows | M03GXML | Windows x64 |
Prerequisites
For hardware and software requirements for all IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases components:
- Hardware and Software Requirements: 8.1.17 Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server
- Hardware and Software Requirements: 8.1.13 Data Protection for Oracle
Note: For hardware and software requirements for other releases of IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases, see: IBM Spectrum Protect™ for Databases - All Requirements Documents.
For featured technical support documents, see: IBM Spectrum Protect™ for Databases Featured Documents.
The Compatibility Information website includes information regarding compatibility with earlier releases.
- Compatibility Information: Version 8.1 Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server
- Compatibility Information: Version 8.1 Data Protection for Oracle
Installation Instructions
Note: In the IBM Documentation, IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.17 does not include an updated version of the product documentation. For the most recent product information, go to the:
- IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.7: Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server
- IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases 8.1.0: Data Protection for Oracle
Detailed installation instructions are available the Installation and User's Guide for the respective components:
- Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server 8.1.7: Installing, upgrading, and migrating
- Data Protection for Oracle 8.1.0: Installation
Download Package
The HTTPS link in the Download Options column directs you to the IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases for this level.
How critical is this fix?
Problems Solved
The Update History documents contain a list of all APAR fixed in all 8.1.x levels of IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases:
- Update History: Version 8.1.x Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server
- Update History: Version 8.1.X Data Protection for Oracle
The Documentation Updates technotes include changes, updates, and other clarifications to the currently available IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases publications.
- IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases: Data Protection for Microsoft SQL Server Version 8.1 Documentation Updates
- IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases: Data Protection for Oracle Version 8.1 Documentation Updates
Known Side Effects
The Known Issues & Limitations document describe known issues and limitations in all 8.1.x levels of IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases.
Technical Support
See the Passport Advantage Online support at: eCustomer Care contact information.
For additional information, go to the following website: Support Portal - IBM Spectrum Protect for Databases
Problems (APARS) fixed
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Document Information
Modified date:
17 March 2023
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