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BMC AMI Ops SYSPROG Services is a key component of the BMC AMI Ops Monitoring solution, providing real-time insights into z/OS system internals. It offers an ISPF-based interface for system programmers to monitor system resources, diagnose performance issues, and manage system tasks. The product's architecture includes an ISPF interface, a data collection engine, and reporting modules. Authentication relies on the...

BMC AMI SQL Explorer for Db2 is a key tool for managing and optimizing SQL performance within a Db2 environment on z/OS. The tool's architecture includes the SQL Analyzer, Access Path Optimizer, and Object Browser. These components work together to provide comprehensive SQL analysis and performance tuning capabilities. The tool integrates with the BMC AMI SQL Performance for Db2 suite,...

BMC AMI Storage Allocation provides comprehensive dataset management capabilities for z/OS environments. It allows administrators to control dataset allocation, override DFSMS parameters, and manage non-DFSMS datasets with DFSMS-like features. The product integrates the functionality of MAINVIEW SRM EasyPool and MAINVIEW SRM EasySMS. Key components include the Allocation Engine, Configuration Manager, and Reporting Module. The Allocation Engine processes allocation requests. The...

BMC AMI Storage Automation streamlines DASD administration on z/OS, reducing operational costs and improving storage efficiency. Key components include the Automation Engine, Configuration Manager, and Resource Monitor. The product supports a range of storage devices and integrates with z/OS security, including RACF, ACF2, and Top Secret. Common commands include ALLOCATE VOLUME, MOVE DATASET, and DISPLAY STORAGE. The product offers a...

BMC AMI Storage COMPAKTOR is a disk optimization tool for z/OS, designed to improve storage efficiency and performance. It addresses wasted disk space through defragmentation and extent consolidation. The product uses JCL control cards for configuration, with commands like COMPAKTOR and FASTCPK. It integrates with the z/OS security subsystem for authentication and access control, typically using RBAC or ACLs. Key...

BMC AMI Storage FATSCOPY is a z/OS utility designed to optimize tape operations. It provides high-performance tape-to-tape copying, media conversion, and dataset stacking capabilities. The core functionality is delivered through the FATSCOPY engine, the FATS module (for Fast Tape Stacking), and the FATAR module (for Fast Tape Archive and Restore). These components work together to provide efficient tape data management....

BMC AMI Storage FDR is a z/OS utility for high-speed backup and restore operations. The system comprises several key components: the FDR engine, which handles volume-level operations; FDRDSF, for dataset-level backups and restores; and various utility programs for tasks like data compression and space management. Communication occurs through JCL and system-level interfaces. Data is stored on DASD volumes, and backups...

BMC AMI Storage FDRABR is a comprehensive storage management solution for z/OS, offering robust backup, recovery, and data management capabilities. Key components include FDRINC for incremental backups, FDRAPPL for application-aware backups, and FDRARC for archiving. The system uses JCL control cards and parameter statements within the FDR control file for configuration. The native API allows integration with other z/OS applications....

BMC AMI Storage FDRAPPL provides automated backup and restore capabilities for z/OS datasets. It simplifies data management by allowing administrators to define dataset groups. Key components include the backup and restore engine, which processes JCL commands like BACKUP and RESTORE. The system uses control statements to define dataset groups and configuration files for system-wide settings. FDRAPPL integrates with DFSMShsm ABARS,...

BMC AMI Storage FDRCRYPT provides robust data protection for z/OS environments by encrypting backup datasets. The core functionality includes encrypting FDR and FDRINC backups, as well as IDCAMS backups through the FDRCAMS feature. The free FDRDECRY utility is available for decrypting IDCAMS backups. The system integrates with z/OS security, such as RACF, for authentication and access control. Key components include...

BMC AMI Storage FDRDRP is a z/OS utility designed to optimize the restore process for disk data sets. It significantly reduces the time required for multiple FDRINC restores. The core architecture comprises several key components: the FDRDRP Backup/Restore Engine, the Control File Manager, and the Logging and Reporting Module. These components interact to manage backup and restore operations efficiently. The...

BMC AMI Storage FDREPORT is a key component for managing DASD storage in z/OS environments. It provides detailed reporting capabilities, pulling data from DFSMShsm, catalogs, and VTOCs. The system uses commands like REPORT, LIST, SELECT, and DEFINE to generate customized reports. Configuration is managed through JCL and the ISPF interface. FDREPORT integrates with the z/OS security infrastructure, supporting authentication via...

BMC AMI Storage FDRERASE provides secure data erasure on z/OS systems. It offers complete disk wiping using the FDRERASE command, ensuring data is unrecoverable. The EMPTYVTOC function allows for quick disk clearing by removing the VTOC. The SIMERASE utility validates control statements before execution, reducing errors. Key features include support for various disk types, customization of erasure patterns, and integration...

BMC AMI Storage FDRINC is a z/OS utility for disk and dataset backup and recovery. It supports full and incremental backups, minimizing downtime and data loss. Key components include the FDR engine, which handles backup and restore operations, and the catalog interface, which manages dataset metadata. Communication occurs through z/OS system calls and TCP/IP for network-based operations. FDRINC uses standard...

BMC AMI Storage FDRINSTANT is a z/OS data protection solution that leverages hardware replication for instant backups, minimizing downtime and performance impact. Key components include the FDRINSTANT control program and hardware replication interfaces. The primary administrative interface is the ISPF dialog, with batch job support for automation. User management is handled through z/OS security (RACF, ACF2, Top Secret). FDRINSTANT integrates...

BMC AMI Storage FDRMOVE is a z/OS utility designed for high-speed dataset movement between disk volumes. It leverages optimized algorithms and, optionally, FDRPAS for enhanced performance. The primary function is to move datasets, with JCL control statements defining the source and destination volumes and dataset selection criteria. Key components include the FDRMOVE engine, control file processor, and I/O interface. FDRMOVE...

BMC AMI Storage FDRPAS is a critical utility for z/OS storage management, providing high-speed data movement and minimizing application downtime. Key components include the FDR (Fast Dump Restore) utility for backups and restores, FDRCOPY for incremental backups, and the Parallel Access Solution (PAS) and Dynamic Storage Facility (DSF) for online disk migrations. The system relies on JCL for job submission...

BMC AMI Storage FDRPASVM provides a solution for migrating disks on z/VM environments without application downtime. It allows administrators to move disks to different devices during normal business hours, enhancing system availability and reducing disruption. The utility supports z/VM mini-disks, full pack mini-disks, and volumes dedicated for CMS users. The main swap task executes on z/OS. Key features include non-disruptive...

BMC AMI Storage FDRREORG is a z/OS utility designed for efficient dataset reorganization and management. Key components include the FDRREORG engine, which handles the core reorganization tasks, and the control card processor, which interprets user commands and parameters. The utility supports various operations, including reorganizing VSAM and IAM datasets, compressing PDS datasets, and expanding datasets. The primary interface is through...

BMC AMI Storage FDRSOS is a z/OS data management solution designed for efficient backup and restore operations. It supports full, incremental, and differential backups of datasets, volumes, and entire systems. Key components include the FDR engine, backup/restore utilities, and data transfer modules. Communication occurs through z/OS system services. The solution integrates with z/OS security, utilizing RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret...