IBM i Solution Editions data sheet
Solutions built for business, combining industry-leading applications with IBM i and IBM Power Systems.
IBM i Solution Editions
IBM i Solution Editions are designed to help companies take advantage of the combined experience and expertise of IBM and ISVs.
What is an IBM i Solution Edition?
IBM i Solution Editions are a combination of IBM i and Power Systems servers coupled with core business applications from industry-leading Independent Software Vendors (ISVs). IBM i Solution Editions help companies achieve quicker time to value for implementing IT solutions, leveraging the combined experience and expertise of both IBM and ISVs. The program has over 150 registered vendors with solutions to meet many demanding business requirements. With 3 possible configurations of IBM i and Power Systems S914 and S922 scale-out servers, IBM i Solution Editions provide flexibility to meet the requirements of many small to mid-sized clients.
Included in the configuration from IBM is a combination of hardware and software products, depending on whether the 1-core, 4-core or 6-core solution is chosen. The details are below in the table:
IBM i Solution Editions |
POWER9 S914 4-core POWER S922 1-core |
POWER9 S914 6-core |
|---|---|---|
| Edition feature codes | 4928 | 4927 |
| Minimum IBM i processor core entitlements required | 1 | 1 |
| Discounted IBM i single user entitlements | Defaulted minimum = 5 | Defaulted minimum = 30 |
| No-charge IBM i Access family unlimited users | Defaulted unlimited users | Defaulted unlimited users |
| Discounted Rational Development Studio | 1 | 3 |
| Rational Developer for i | 1 | 3 |
| No-charge service vouchers | Qty/duration = 1/4 hrs | Qty/duration = 1/8 hrs |
What are the qualifications?
To order an IBM i Solution Edition, clients must have requirements for purchase from IBM and from one of the 150+ ISVs registered in the program. Prices are provided in USD. These prices should be converted to local currency for qualification criteria. IBM prices are subject to change without notice.
| Qualifications | S922 1-Core | S914 4-Core | S914 6-Core |
|---|---|---|---|
| Must be a new purchase, ordered with an IBM i Solution Edition Feature Code. Upgrades/MESs are not eligible. CBU boxes are not eligible. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Must have proof of purchase available supporting order of software, support or services from an ISV registered in the IBM i Solution Editions program. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Proof of purchase must be made available to IBM upon request. Proof of Purchase from ISV must be dated within 90-day window of hardware order. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The combined value (software, maintenance, services and training) of the ISV purchase must be: | USD 6,500 | USD 6,500 | USD 25,000 |
| Purchase amount if from one ISV only and cannot be combined from multiple. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The total amount of the ISV purchase must pertain to the serial number of the new machine being ordered. It must be traceable to be applicable to the specific machine serial number. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The IBM i Solution Editions Advantage
Industry leading business solutions
Complete business solutions for enterprises through partnership with IBM® industry-leading ISVs, all backed by superior services and support for which IBM i and Power Systems is known.
Secure infrastructure
Simplified, flexible, highly secure infrastructure with the capacity to manage growth and integrate new functions, maximizing your ROI and lowering the total cost of ownership (TCO).
Lowers Risk
Minimizes the risks associated with adopting new business solutions.
Financial Benefit
Offers some financial benefit for clients who purchase qualifying Power Servers in conjunction with qualifying ISV Software.