Re: end of tape operation on backup

[Carsten Flensburg <novasol@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob Clarke 3rd x4502 wrote:
> 
> We use the 400's backup tasks menu to automate/schedule our backups.
>  However we would like to change the default end of tape operation to
> unload, rather than rewind.  I've looked everywhere I can think of but
> have come up empty, thus I turn to those with all the answers.  Does
> anyone know how or whether I can accomplish this?  We're still on V3R1 by
> the way (any disparaging comments re: still being on V3R1 would just be
> preaching to the choir, so please don't bother).  Any assistance would be
> appreciated.  Thanks in advance!
> 

Bob,

One option would be to use the CHGBCKUP command to register an exit
program executing a CHKTAP ENDOPT(*UNLOAD) command. If you need a sample
CL-source (explaining the parameter-list) please mail me.

Best regards,
Carsten Flensburg

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