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IBM TS7700 Series User Manual

IBM TS7700 Series
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August 15, 2017
© Copyright IBM Corporation, 2017
Kerri Shotwell
Takahiro Tsuda
IBM® TS7700 Series
Copy Export Function User's Guide Version
2.4

Table of Contents

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IBM TS7700 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelTS7700 Series
TypeVirtual Tape Library
Host ConnectivityFibre Channel, FICON
InterfaceFibre Channel
EncryptionAES 256-bit
Form FactorRack-mountable
Drive TypeVirtual
ConnectivityFibre Channel, FICON
CacheYes
Operating System Supportz/OS, Linux

Summary

Introduction and Overview

Summary of Changes

Details changes and enhancements across various versions of the Copy Export function.

Configurations and Requirements

Configurations Supported

Outlines the TS7700 configurations that support the Copy Export function.

Code Requirements

Specifies the minimum TS7700 and library manager code levels required for the Copy Export function.

Copy Export Process

Copy Export Operation Overview

Provides an overview of the Copy Export function and its basic operational steps.

Setting up Data Management Definitions for Copy Export

Explains how to set up DFSMS storage constructs and management classes for copy export.

Creating the Export List File Volume

Details the creation of the export list file volume required for the copy export operation.

Performing the Copy Export Operation

Details the steps to initiate and perform the copy export operation.

Copy Export Progress Messages

Lists and explains messages generated during the copy export operation.

Monitoring, Control, and Recovery

Host Completion Message

Details the completion messages broadcast to hosts after a copy export operation.

Canceling a Copy Export Operation

Explains how and why to cancel an ongoing copy export operation.

Planning and Considerations for Recovery

Covers essential planning and considerations for setting up a recovery TS7700 and library.

Performing Copy-Export Recovery

Details the steps involved in performing a copy export recovery process.

Volume Management and Maintenance

Checking the Status of Copy Exported Physical Volumes

Describes methods to check the status and data activity on copy exported physical volumes.

Reclamation of Copy Exported Physical Volumes

Details the process of reclaiming copy exported physical volumes for re-use.

Grid Considerations and Appendices

Grid Considerations for Copy Export

Discusses considerations for using Copy Export in a Grid configuration.

Appendix A – Processes for 8.30.x.x and Higher Systems

Provides specific processes for system versions 8.30.x.x and higher.

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