What is New in DFSMSrmm

Using SMS Management Class to assign tape expiration values

This chapter discusses the implementation of Management Class support in DFSMSrmm. It includes the following topics:

•4.1, “Overview” on page 22

•4.2, “Expiration attributes” on page 22

•4.3, “Data set management” on page 26

4.1 Overview

In V1R13, DFSMSrmm introduced Management Class support for tape expiration values. This support integrates with the new EXPDT Retention Method or can be used with the established VRSEL retention method.

ACS routines can be used to select an SMS management ...