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Chapter 2. Central processor complex
hardware components
This chapter introduces the IBM z13s hardware components, significant features and
functions, and their characteristics and options. The main objective of this chapter is to
explain the z13s hardware building blocks, and how these components interconnect from a
physical point of view. This information can be useful for planning purposes, and can help to
define configurations that fit your requirements.
This chapter provides information about the following topics:
Frame and drawers
Processor drawer concept
Single chip modules
Memory
Reliability, availability, and serviceability
Connectivity
Model configurations
Power considerations
Summary of z13s structure
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