Chapter 3: Introducing Cluster Systems Management for Linux

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Highlights

This chapter provides an architectural and functional overview of the IBM Cluster Systems Management (CSM) product. CSM is an integral component of the IBM Cluster 1350 solution.

A detailed installation process, including Linux and CSM installation in the cluster nodes, is presented in Chapter 5, "Cluster installation and configuration with CSM" on page 99. This chapter is designed for readers who need a quick overview of what CSM is and how it works. This chapter describes the different components of CSM and some of the steps involved in preparing to install and use the product.

The information in this chapter is based on CSM Version 1.3.1.

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