z/OS

VIPA

Also known as: DVIPA

Virtual IP Address: an address owned by the TCP/IP stack rather than a physical interface, so it stays reachable if an adapter fails. Dynamic VIPAs can move between systems.

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z/OS networking: TCP/IP and SNA: VIPA, Sysplex Distributor and the TN3270 server

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