VM66540: Z/VM DIRECT TO HOST SERVICE DOWNLOAD SUPPORT

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APAR status

• Closed as new function.

Error description

• This new function provides an optional way to transfer
  service to your z/VM system.
  A new web interface will simplify downloading z/VM service
  ordered through IBM Shopz. The service files can be transferred
  either through direct-to-host connection or uploading the files
  from a workstation. The data is verified and unpacked during
  transfer to the z/VM host system.
  

Local fix

Problem summary

• ****************************************************************
  * USERS AFFECTED: All users who need to download z/VM service  *
  *                 and wish to exploit a direct download        *
  *                 connection, or wish to simplify uploading.   *
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  * PROBLEM DESCRIPTION:                                         *
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  * RECOMMENDATION: APPLY PTF                                    *
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  The new function eliminates some manual steps and verifies the
  contents of the service package.
  

Problem conclusion

Temporary fix

Comments

• The new GETSHOPZ application provides a web interface for the
  user to transfer z/VM service to their VM system. When the VM
  system is connected to the Internet, the ordered service
  packages can be downloaded directly to the VM system.
  When no direct connection is possible, the GETSHOPZ
  application can be used to upload service from the user
  workstation to the VM system.
  
  See https://www.vm.ibm.com/service/getshopz.html for further
  information.
  

APAR Information

• APAR is sysrouted FROM one or more of the following:

• APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:

  UM35899

Modules/Macros

• DMSBL493 DMSSPA   DMSSPAB  DMSSSY   DMSSSYB  GETSHOPZ GSZUTILX
  PIPGFMOD
  

Fix information

• Fixed component name

  VM CMS

• Fixed component ID

  568411201

Applicable component levels

• R720 PSY UM35899

     UP21/08/31 P 2102

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