HP Guardian User Manual

Guardian User’s Guide
Abstract
This guide provides basic information about the programs and utilities that are used most often
in the Guardian environment by general system or application users. It also provides more
detailed procedures for system operations, management, and maintenance tasks useful to both
beginning and experienced Compaq NonStop™ Kernel operating system users.
Product Version
N.A.
Supported Releases
This manual supports G06.05 and all subsequent G-series releases, and D48.00 and all
subsequent D-series releases, until otherwise indicated in a new edition.
Part Number Published
425266-001 August 2000

HP Guardian Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Guardian
Category	Software
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to Guardian System Operations

Common Guardian Operations Tasks

Details tasks frequently performed in system operation and maintenance.

Working With a Daily Check List

Explains how to develop a checklist for daily tasks.

Your System Might Be Protected

Discusses the Safeguard security product.

Automating Routine Monitoring Tasks

Describes how automating tasks saves time and reduces errors.

Part I. Using the Compaq Tandem Advanced Command Language (TACL)

2. Getting Started With TACL

Explains how to get started with TACL.

Using TACL as a Command Interpreter

Describes TACL's primary use as an interactive command interpreter.

Entering TACL Commands

Details how to enter TACL commands.

Logging On With TACL

Explains how to access the system and communicate with a TACL process.

2. Getting Started With TACL (continued)

Logging Off With TACL

Explains how to end a TACL session.

Accessing Other Systems

Describes how to access files on remote systems.

Establishing Remote Passwords

Explains how to set up remote passwords for network access.

Starting and Quitting a Remote TACL Process

Details how to start and terminate a remote TACL process.

3. Managing Files With TACL

Introduction to Files in Guardian

Introduces files in the Guardian operating system.

Types of Disk Files

Describes different types of disk files.

Disk File Names

Explains the structure of disk file names.

Subvolume Defaulting

Describes how TACL fills in missing parts of file names.

4. Starting and Controlling Processes With TACL

Getting Information About Processes

Describes how to get information about running processes.

Displaying Process Information (STATUS Command)

Details using the STATUS command to display process information.

Displaying Named Process Information (PPD Command)

Explains using the PPD command for named processes.

Starting and Controlling a Process

Describes how to start and control processes using the RUN command.

5. Defining Function Keys and Writing Macros

Defining and Using Your Function Keys

Describes how to define and use function keys.

Creating a Library File for Your Function Keys

Explains creating library files for function key definitions.

Inserting Comments in a Library File

Details how to add comments to library files.

Writing an Alias Definition

Explains how to write alias definitions for TACL commands.

6. Creating and Using DEFINEs

Using a DEFINE

Explains what a DEFINE is and how to use it.

Considerations When Using DEFINEs

Lists important points to consider when using DEFINEs.

DEFINE Names

Describes the rules for creating DEFINE names.

DEFINE Templates

Explains the use of templates with DEFINE commands.

Part II. Managing Files Using the File Utility Program (FUP)

7. Using FUP for Basic File Management

Explains basic file management with FUP.

Who Uses FUP?

Identifies who can use FUP.

Entering FUP Commands

Details ways to enter FUP commands.

Entering FUP Commands Through TACL

Explains entering FUP commands via TACL.

8. Using FUP for Advanced File Management

Creating Files

Explains how to create structured and unstructured files with FUP.

File-Creation Examples

Provides examples of creating different file types.

Creating an Unstructured File

Describes creating unstructured files.

Creating an Entry-Sequenced File

Explains creating entry-sequenced files.

Part III. Managing Disk and Tape Processes

9. Performing Routine Disk Operations

Explains routine operations related to magnetic disks.

Using the Subsystem Control Facility (SCF)

Details performing operations using SCF.

Checking Disk Status

Explains how to check disk volumes and their status.

Bringing Up a Disk or Path

Describes bringing up disks or paths from a down state.

10. Using Labeled Tapes

How Labeled-Tape Processing Works

Describes how labeled-tape processing functions.

The MEDIACOM Interface

Introduces the MEDIACOM interface for tape operations.

Tape Processing Modes

Describes different tape processing modes.

Common Labeled Tape Activities

Lists basic tasks for labeled tape activities.

11. Backing Up and Restoring Disk Information

Why Use Backup and Restore?

Explains the importance of backup and restore.

Supported Modes of Operation

Describes the modes of operation for backup and restore.

Backing Up Your Files

Explains how to back up files using file-mode operation.

Restoring Your Files

Details how to copy backed-up files from tape to disk.

Part IV. Using the Spooler and Its Utilities

12. Introduction to the Spooler

Provides an overview of the spooler subsystem.

Why Use the Spooler?

Explains the benefits and purpose of using the spooler.

Spooler Components

Describes the components of the spooler subsystem.

Spooler Jobs and Job Attributes

Explains spooler jobs and their attributes.

13. Managing Your Spooler Jobs Using Peruse

Running Peruse

Explains how to run Peruse.

Spooler Jobs

Describes spooler jobs and their attributes.

Entering Peruse Commands

Details how to enter Peruse commands.

Declaring the Current Job

Explains how to set the current job in Peruse.

14. Performing Routine Spooler Operations Using Spoolcom

Entering Spoolcom Commands

Details methods for entering Spoolcom commands.

Entering Individual Spoolcom Commands at the TACL Prompt

Explains entering commands directly via TACL.

Starting a Spoolcom Process and Entering Commands Interactively

Describes starting Spoolcom interactively.

Entering Commands From a Command File

Explains using command files with Spoolcom.

15. Managing the Spooler Using Spoolcom

Naming Spooler Components and Files

Explains conventions for naming spooler components.

Managing Collector Processes

Details managing spooler collector processes.

Adding a Collector to Your Spooler Subsystem

Explains how to add a collector.

Displaying Collector Attributes

Describes how to display collector attributes.

Part V. Security Features and Other Guardian Utilities

16. Managing Users and Security

Covers managing users and system security.

Your Responsibility to System Users

Discusses operator responsibilities towards system users.

Keeping Current

Explains the importance of staying updated with system information.

Monitoring the System Frequently

Details the importance of regular system monitoring.

17. Monitoring Event Messages

Understanding Operator Messages

Explains what operator messages are and their types.

Messages Term Definition

Defines terms related to messages.

Operator Message Monitoring Tools

Lists tools for monitoring operator messages.

Operator Message Types

Describes different types of operator messages.

18. Displaying Version and System Information

Displaying File Version Information

Explains how to display file version information.

Task 1: Find Product Files

Details finding product files.

In the Guardian Environment

Describes finding files in the Guardian environment.

Task 2: Select Files for VPROC Processing

Explains selecting files for VPROC.

19. Monitoring Hardware Components

Listing the Devices on Your System

Explains how to list all devices on the system.

Determining Device States

Details how to determine device states.

Checking Disk Status

Explains how to check the status of disks.

Checking the Status of Peripherals

Covers checking the status of peripherals.

A. Problem Solving Techniques

Learning the Cause of a Problem: A Systematic Approach

Describes a systematic approach to finding problem causes.

Task 1: Get the Facts and Log the Problem

Explains how to gather and log problem facts.

Task 1.1: Learn the Problem Symptoms

Details learning problem symptoms by asking questions.

Task 1.2: Learn About the Situation

Explains collecting facts about the situation.

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