Introduction
The Hardware Management Console (HMC) manages and controls your IBM Z, zEnterprise® Systems, System z10®, System z9®, zSeries, and S/390® processors. It provides a graphical user interface, single point of control and single-system image for these hardware elements and other associated devices. In addition to providing the access point for users, the HMC also provides a single point of control for automation and provides automation interfaces that use industry-standard protocols.
The servers and operating systems that run on them are significant investments. Therefore, it is critical for the HMC to manage these resources in the most secure manner possible. The purpose of this document is to outline the features of the HMC that relate to security, so that the HMC can be used in a manner that meets each customer's security needs.