This IBM Redbooks® publication provides practical guidance for planning and running IBM i migrations with minimal business disruption. It covers the core concepts, technologies, and processes for moving IBM i workloads across new systems, data centers, and cloud environments. Topics include assessing current and target configurations, preparing for migration, using IBM i Migrate While Active (MWA), and applying best practices for a smooth, reliable transition.

This book is for IBM i administrators, architects, and technical professionals who maintain system availability while modernizing infrastructure. Using the methods in this book, organizations can migrate IBM i environments while maintaining service continuity and supporting business needs.

Chapter 1. Overview of IBM i Migrate While Active

Chapter 2. Migration planning and prerequisites for minimizing downtime

Chapter 3. Migration method

Chapter 4. SYSBAS replication and IASP migration concepts and procedures