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5.2.7 Partition processors
The next resource to configure for a partition profile is processing capacity. The choices are
Dedicated processors
Capped shared processors
Uncapped shared processors
Figure 5-8 shows the processor selection panel. The two main choices are Dedicated and
Shared. Dedicated processors are intended for use solely by the partition to which they are
assigned. Shared processors allow for fractional processors to be assigned. This additional
flexibility does require some overhead and may not be suitable for all workloads.
For additional information on the differences between dedicated, capped shared, and
uncapped shared processors, refer to Chapter 1, “Introduction to LPAR on IBM System i5” on
page 1.
Dedicated processors
To use dedicated processors for a partition profile, select the Dedicated radio button and click
Next >.
Figure 5-8 Choosing dedicated processors for a partition profile
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