Logical Partitioning (LPAR) - An Overview

The objective of logical partitioning (LPAR) is to provide users with the ability to divide a single managed system into several independent systems, called partitions. Logical partitions are user-defined system resource divisions. Users determine the number of processors, memory, and I/O that a logical partition can have when active. You can install an operating system on each partition and use each one as you would a separate physical system.

Benefits of Logical Partitioning

Partitioning provides greater flexibility when deploying multiple workloads on servers, providing better management, improved availability, and more efficient use of resources. Some specific benefits of logical partitioning include: