Preface This IBM® Redbook discusses the newest implementation of the Integrated xSeries® servers, which utilizes the iSCSI protocol to communicate with the System i5TM. The iSCSI product offers an additional scalable network connection to the System i5 system bus or the HSL loop. In this IBM Redbook, we discuss: The architecture and scenarios for utilizing this new function Concepts and terminology of iSCSI Planning for iSCSI environment IBM Director Server and iSCSI Operating iSCSI Servers Backup and Recovery of iSCSI attached servers Virtual Ethernet in an iSCSI environment This IBM Redbook offers planning and implementation advice and guidance for IBM, IBM Business Partners, and customers. The team that wrote this redbook This redbook was produced by a team of specialists from around the world working at the International Technical Support Organization, Rochester Center.