Entering the activation code for Advanced POWER Virtualization using the HMC version 6

The Advanced POWER® Virtualization activation code is required to install and configure the Virtual I/O Server. You can enter the code using the Hardware Management Console (HMC).

If your system did not come with the Advanced POWER Virtualization feature enabled, you must use the HMC to enter the activation code that you received when you ordered the feature. This activation code also enables Micro-Partitioning™ on the system.

To enter your activation code, follow these steps:

From the HMC, select the managed system.
Select Manage On Demand Activations.
Select Virtualization Engine Technologies.
Select Enter Activation Code. Type your activation code.

After you enter the activation code, you are ready to create the Virtual I/O Server logical partition and install the Virtual I/O Server. For instructions, see Creating the Virtual I/O Server logical partition and partition profile using the HMC version 6.