Configuration Patterns and IBM Fabric Manager (IFM)
The Configuration Patterns function of the IBM® Flex System Manager management software integrates IBM Fabric Manager (IFM) functionality.
Beginning with IBM Flex System Manager management software version 1.2.0, the management software offers integrated IFM capabilities for X-Architecture compute nodes through Configuration Patterns.
If you have been using stand-alone IFM with X-Architecture compute nodes in your IBM Flex System environment, see Transitioning from stand-alone IFM to Configuration Patterns for important guidelines and conditions.
Important: For IBM Power® Systems compute nodes, continue
to use stand-alone IFM (through the CMM).
For more information about using IFM as an integrated part of Configuration Patterns, see Using integrated IFM in Configuration Patterns.