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SMBC fileset unable to handle multi-domain environments without using SPN

We are currently not able to use the smbc fileset with smbv2 to implement file shares between Windows-Server and AIX. From what I understand from my support case, it is not able to handle multi-domain environments without using SPN.
over 4 years ago in AIX 0 Future consideration

IBM i LAN CONSOLE IP obtain via DHCP or allow to be set form command line.

IBM i LAN CONSOLE IP obtain via DHCP or allow to be set form command line. The dafault IP for the lan console works great when essentially connecting direclty to the plaltform ethernet lan card through an open personal switch and a non-managed lap...
about 2 years ago in IBM i / System Management 1 Future consideration

Add api support for all Project QUOTA

Customer would like to be able to check quota limits PRIOR to performing an action. Example: The backup volume and backup volumes quota values can restrict if a backup is allowed. The backup can be performed via REST API, but the quota cannot be c...
about 2 years ago in PowerVC 1 Future consideration

Administrator view to manage all lpars from different projects

Single view for planning or maintenance purposes, we have to jump from one project to another and it becomes hard to manage. It would be very helpful if there is an administrator view where we can see all LPARs from a single view regardless which ...
over 5 years ago in PowerVC 1 Future consideration

Enhancement to get better messaging in the joblog for missing directory for access logs

As described in the PMR #11243,033,724, the apache version 2.4.2 is now "checking during config test that directories for the access logs actually exist." (PR 29941). If the directory is missing, then the apache instance will not restart. This is ...
over 6 years ago in IBM i / Web Serving 0 Future consideration

DDS keyword for generating hyperlinks in Infprint Server generated PDF's

I would like to have a DDS keyword in printerfiles which create a clickable link in my output PDF file. The PDF file is generated by Infoprint Server. Use Case: In my print (spoolfile) there is a text www.ibm.com. If I use Infprint server to conve...
over 7 years ago in IBM i / Print 1 Future consideration

lslogon: extend attributes "Running Tasks, Access Location, Notes" like in UI

lslogon useful for script automation therefor same attributes like in UI would be more consistent.
about 2 years ago in Hardware Management Console 0 Future consideration

Randomly Generated Password for root/qsecofr accounts

Please add functionality to randomly generate a password for the root or QSECOFR account when deploying a template.
over 3 years ago in PowerVC 1 Future consideration

SQL query to report on RGZPFM history with same details shown in table reorganzation panes

Provides historical details of table reorganizations that would benefit support and application users
about 1 year ago in IBM i / Db2 for i 1 Future consideration

Add Desktop Directory setting for desktop copy/save functions with OneDrive desktop locations

With OneDrive Desktop enabled, the default desktop is no longer 'C:\Users\userid\Desktop’ For example, the new desktop location is now “C:\Users\userid\OneDrive\Desktop\” Now the "Copy to Desktop" and 'Download to Desktop' options within iACS save...
about 2 years ago in IBM i / IBM i Access Family 1 Future consideration

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