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IBM b-type Gen 8 Installation, Migration, and Best Practices Guide

An IBM Redbooks residency (ST-GG14-R01)

Description

IBM is announcing a new Redbooks residency to develop the IBM b-type Gen 8 Installation, Migration, and Best Practices Guide. This publication will provide updated, hands-on technical guidance for planning, installing, configuring, and migrating to the latest Gen 8 b-type SAN platforms, along with operational recommendations and best practices for modern IBM storage environments. This residency offers an excellent opportunity for storage networking professionals to deepen their expertise with IBM b-type technologies and contribute directly to a new Redbooks publication.

Important: This is a remote, part-time residency, and residents will have the flexibility to manage their own schedules.

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Starts 18 May 2026, ends 03 July 2026, and requires 10 residents

Residency Leader:Vasfi Gucer

Location: Remote

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    Benefits to Resident

    IBM Redbooks want technical practitioners to be recognized for their newly gained knowledge, experience, and accomplishments. Therefore, upon successful delivery of the publication produced by this IBM Redbooks residency, you will become eligible to earn an IBM Redbooks Digital Badge issued through Credly.

    Resident Prerequistes

    A basic requirement for all residents is the ability to read and clearly express concepts and procedures in common English.

     

    Skills

    Skill
    Level 
    Hands-on experience with IBM b-type SAN switches4
    SAN design, zoning, fabric management4
    Hands-on experience with storage networking across IBM platforms4

    Documentation Skills

    Skill
    Level 
    MS-Word 3
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