Info/DASD

The architecture of Info/DASD is designed for efficient real-time monitoring and analysis of DASD performance on z/OS. The core components include the data collection engine, the reporting module, the alert management system, and the user interface. The data collection engine is responsible for gathering real-time performance metrics from the z/OS system.

It uses system calls and APIs to collect data such as I/O rates, response times, channel utilization, and volume space utilization. The reporting module processes the collected data and generates various reports, including volume statistics, dataset activity, and performance trends. Reports can be customized and scheduled for automated generation.

The alert management system allows administrators to define thresholds for various performance metrics. When these thresholds are exceeded, the system generates alerts, which can be sent via email, console messages, or other notification methods. The user interface provides access to all features and reports.

The components communicate through internal APIs and data structures. The system stores configuration data and report data in z/OS datasets. The product integrates with the z/OS security infrastructure, supporting authentication and RBAC.

The product uses standard z/OS protocols for communication. The product differentiates itself from competitors by providing real-time monitoring and detailed reporting capabilities.