AIX 7.3 requires IBM Power Systems hardware based on specific processor architectures. It does not support older POWER7 or prior systems. Supported architectures include: processor-based servers POWER9 processor-based servers Power10 processor-based servers System Requirements
For standalone servers without network connectivity or a VIOS environment, you can write the ISO directly to a physical flash drive. Due to the unique boot block structures required by IBM Power Systems Open Firmware, standard flashing utilities like Rufus might fail. It is highly recommended to use the dd command-line utility from an existing Linux or AIX environment to raw-copy the image onto the USB drive. Frequently Asked Questions Can I download an AIX 7.3 ISO evaluation version for free? download aix 7.3 iso
You need a registered IBM ID. This account must be linked to an active software maintenance agreement (SWMA) or an entitlement for IBM Power Systems hardware that includes AIX. Supported Hardware Due to the unique boot block structures required
: Access the IBM ESS Website and log in with your credentials. You need a registered IBM ID