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Manage Storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Security considerations for IBM i backups
Backups need to be just as physically secure as the System i. Managing a log system for backup tapes, retiring old tapes, and validating third-party storage services are part of what it takes to ensure security with your AS/400 backups. Continue Reading
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Why backup your libraries to virtual tape instead of SAVF?
If SAVF files can be FTP'd to anywhere, why is virtual tape necessary? The answer: Many libraries versus just one. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Storage Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Parallel backups using save option 21
If you are using a save option 21 for parallel backups on the AS/400, learn how to use BRMS. Continue Reading
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How to save HMC critical data through the console
On the AS/400 the HMC console backup is initiated from the HMC console, not via save option 21. These instructions will show you how to save HMC critical data. Continue Reading
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Backing up the iSeries directly to a DVD device
One Search400.com expert writes, "I have a iSeries model 150 on V4R1, and on my PC I have a DVD/CDROM-write. I want to use that device to have a backup directly from my iSeries. Is this possible?" Continue Reading