Tag: mainframe

zIIPs, zAAPs and IFLs, MIPS, MSUs and ICFs – if you’re in the know it makes good sense, otherwise it can sound like a lot of mumbo jumbo. Here’s a very brief run down on some of the terms used in the mainframe space. First things first – Why System “z”? “z” Stands for zero [...]

Have you ever considered Computer Merchants for your Mainframe? Mainframe vendors are few and far between, and very few of them would have 30 years of experience in dealing with mainframe systems. Since 1979, Computer Merchants has been dealing with large systems. We can help you with many of your mainframe requirements: Our systems come [...]

On a recent trip to Melbourne, one of our reps had the opportunity to walk through probably the largest collection of operational mainframes in Australia, including some fairly recently installed z10′s (love the green touch IBM!). Rows and rows of 3494 tape libraries are also an impressive sight and a reminder of the changing landscape [...]

Here’s an extract from IBM’s website giving some insight to IBM’s green direction: Energy supply, consumption, and environmental impact are now part of the IT decision process As energy costs rise and concerns for the environment make the front page, IT managers have a new responsibility in addressing energy efficiency concerns in the IT infrastructure. [...]

With over 40 years of history, it is no wonder that the Mainframe continues to set the standard for computing technology with even IBM competitors using the mainframe as their benchmark: “Fujitsu debuts powerful next generation of entry level servers with Mainframe-like performance and reliability” “Sun‘s high-end servers and storage systems combine the power of [...]

Here’s a snapshot of the IBM zSeries range These machines are all available on the broker market and represent great processing value starting at below $500 / MIP. Our zSeries machines all come with IBM MSQ banding. This means that when IBM install the equipment, they will make sure that the systems are in good working [...]

I feel the need…the neeed for speeeed” “Perhaps it wasn’t quite up to the Maverick and Goose performance from the legendary Top Gun movie but when Jas and Carl attended the recent IBM Top Gun training, they mixed it with the elite of IBM sales professionals throughout Australia and New Zealand. IBM Top Gun gives [...]

Many of us who have been around a while will know that partitions in an IT environment are nothing new, particularly in a mainframe environment. However in the past few years the concept of Logical Partitioning has made a resurgence. The benefits to users are many, including: Reduces floor area, reducing real estate usage Ability [...]

Congratulations to Bruce who celebrated 10 years with Computer Merchants in February Bruce started with the company in 1998 to develop the open systems market. Our open systems team now consists of 7 sales specialists, focussing on: IBM System p (RS/6000), IBM System x (x86/Intel), IBM mainframe, as well as Sun and HP products. Both Carl [...]

Pricing does NOT include the following: GST Delivery Installation Plain English Terms and Conditions Apply. Subject to prior sale. Call us on 1800 777 111 and quote “IBM Specials” for more information on the following items. IBM Mainframe IBM 2066-120 6GB, 6xOSA,4xICC, 24xESCON $150,000 IBM 2086-350 8GB, 16xESCON, 4xFICON $168,750 IBM System p IBM 2848 [...]

At Computer Merchants, we’re able to help customers get the performance they need and save money by buying refurbished Mainframe systems instead of buying new units. Success Story  One customer recently needed to move a Mainframe workload from unsupported hardware to a new system, but the price of a new Mainframe server made this prohibitive. [...]

Pricing does NOT include the following: GST Delivery Installation Plain English Terms and Conditions Apply. Subject to prior sale. Call us on 1800 777 111 and quote “IBM Pricing Guide” for more information on the following items. IBM – System – S/390 IBM 9672 X17 System S/390 Parallel Transaction Server – 174MIPS $65,000 IBM 9672 [...]

At Computer Merchants we buy, sell, trade, rent and lease used and new IBM midrange and mainframe hardware, plus Sun servers and workstations. Founded in 1979, we have built a solid reputation in the business for a customer service focus and careful attention to detail. Based in Brisbane, Australia, we have a worldwide network of more than [...]

Pricing does NOT include the following: GST Delivery Installation Plain English Terms and Conditions Apply. Subject to prior sale. Call us on 1800 777 111 and quote “IBM Specials” for more information on the following items. HP Servers HP rp7400 with 2 x 440MHz CPU, 4GB Memory, 2 x 73GB Drives $4,320 HP rp5470 with [...]

It was great to see that Computer Merchants have made it to 21 years of trading. We have had many dealings with Computer Merchants over the years varying from large S/390 processor upgrades to simple 3270 terminals plus disposing of equipment no longer needed. It has been invaluable having an alternate to purchasing new and [...]

“Delivering great personalized service since 1979, our people, values and systems guarantee you are happy with the end result.” Our Mission Statement was developed by our current Managing Director, David McDade who has always believed that our people come first. With this in mind, it is with much sadness that we are about to see [...]

Pricing does NOT include the following: GST Delivery Installation Plain English Terms and Conditions Apply. Subject to prior sale. Call us on 1800 777 111 and quote “IBM Specials” for more information on the following items. IBM – Machines IBM 7025-F50 Base Machine $1,000 IBM 7025-F80  Base Machine $2,500 IBM 7026-H50  Base Machine $1,250 IBM [...]

Hi everyone, Phew!  . . . almost half way through the year and it really doesn’t seem like it was that long ago I was sunning myself on the beach at Christmas. Now alas, the winter is upon us and the darker shorter days are here. However, for those eternal summer sports fans, there is [...]

Launch of Interaction Canberra Interaction will hold its first meeting in Canberra since the unification of Common and Share/Guide some 8 years ago. This meeting will be held at IBM in Barton and will have a focus on System z. Tuesday March 6th 11.30am. Dates To Remember Feb 27 Sydney meeting. Crowne Plaza Hotel, Sydney [...]

In the past, IBM z800 and IBM z900 systems have been difficult to find from the broker market. However, quite recently the face of the mainframe market has been on the move. When these machines were first released, the price tag on them was a big deal! These systems are finding their way into the [...]

Did you hear the one about the politically correct, gender neutral, politically impartial, racially non-aligned, unbiased, person of non-specific address… it wasn’t very funny. And it’s not funny at all when you upgrade high value IBM mainframe equipment and are no longer able to attach many of your older peripheral devices. There has been a [...]

We’re on the look out for IBM mainframe equipment… …especially IBM 2074 controllers, IBM 3472 or IBM 3192 terminals. It’s funny how these items now have more value than the processors used to run them! We’re also interested in IBM 3480/3490 and IBM 3590 tape units. Auto loaders are fairly tight on the broker market [...]

In August we sent out a “Specials email” to a few of you. As much as anything, the purpose of the email was to let you know that there are other products you can purchase from us aside from the midrange, mainframe and storage products we focus on. The products featured in the email included [...]

Just like you, we rely on our IT systems to support our business objectives Without these systems we may as well turn off the lights and go home, as it is almost impossible for us to operate without them. In the mid 1990′s we decided that we needed to implement a Disaster Recovery plan. We [...]

IBM enjoys rebranding products to keep them relevant and current to the user population. For anyone who is yet to ‘catch up’ the following is a quick summary of some products that share ‘dual personalities’. System 390 = zSeries = System z (Mainframe) AS/400 = iSeries = System i (Midrange OS/400) RS/6000 = pSeries = [...]