For more information, see the Resource Link website (login required).  The initial view of the Machine profile on Resource Link is shown in Figure 8-7. Figure 8-7 Machine profile window The number of CPs, ICFs, zIIPs, IFLs, SAPs, memory size, and unassigned IFLs on the  current configuration are displayed on the left side of the page. Resource Link retrieves and stores relevant data that is associated with the processor  configuration, such as the number of CPs and installed memory cards. It allows you to select  only those upgrade options that are deemed valid by the order process. It also allows  upgrades only within the bounds of the currently installed hardware.  8.4.2 Retrieval and activation After an order is placed and processed, the appropriate upgrade record is passed to the IBM  support system for download.  When the order is available for download, you receive an email that contains an activation  number. You can then retrieve the order by using the Perform Model Conversion task from the  SE, or through the Single Object Operation to the SE from an HMC.  Chapter 8. System upgrades  301