AN38G: Mastering Virtual I/O Server Upgrades

on March 14, 2026

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Short Summary

This course teaches VIOS upgrades to version 4.1 using the viosupgrade utility, covering available upgrade options with hands-on labs.

Duration in Hours ⌚

8.0

Content Description

This instructor led course teaches students how to perform Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) upgrades. Students will learn how to upgrade to the latest version of the VIOS, version 4.1. They will explore the various options available for upgrading a VIOS. In the hands-on labs students will use the viosupgrade utility to upgrade a VIOS.

Objectives

Describe the Virtual I/O Server upgrade requirements
Describe different methods available for upgrading a VIOS to version 4.1
Discuss best practices for upgrading a VIOS
Describe the process of upgrading a VIOS using the viosupgrade tool
Perform a VIOS upgrade using media

Agenda

Unit 1: Virtual I/O server upgrades (1 hour and 20 minutes)
Exercise 1: Accessing the lab environment (35 minutes)
Unit 2: VIOS upgrade methods (2 hours)
Exercise 2: Preparing a VIOS for an upgrade (40 minutes)
Unit 3: The viosupgrade tool (2 hours and 10 minutes)
Exercise 3: Upgrading a VIOS with the viosupgrade tool (1 hour)

Audience

This course is designed for system administrators responsible for managing and maintaining Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) environments, IT professionals who need to upgrade VIOS to version 4.1 or learn about VIOS upgrade processes, technical staff involved in IBM Power server virtualization who want hands-on experience with the viosupgrade utility, and individuals with basic knowledge of VIOS or virtualization concepts who seek to deepen their understanding of VIOS upgrade procedures.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Labs? 💻

Yes

Keywords

AN38G; VIOS; Migrations; PowerVM; LPAR

Prerequisites

None

Enrollment

https://www.ibm.com/training/course/AN38G

Errata

None specified.

Follow-on Courses

AN34G,QZC30G

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