Re: Question on Save Command(s) paremeter USEOPTBLK

You know I started to mention that that would be the ONLY concern that I could
come up with (but I got off on the "we only have one tape unit" deal)...

I plead ignorance with these tape units. Last job we had upgrade through the 
3480
to the 3490 and then to the 3590 (MAN did I LOVE that thing ! Fasttttttt...
<BG>). If  D/R sites have an 8mm drive, would this NOT be compatible unless it 
is
the EXACT same drive ? I would think IBM would keep this consistent with tape
classes but have my doubts in the vague wording in the help text (?)

Chuck

Rob Berendt wrote:

> Where would you restore it in a disaster situation?
>
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> Subject:        Question on Save Command(s) paremeter USEOPTBLK
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> Hi Folks !
>
> On the various save commands there is a parameter USEOPTBLK (Use optimum
> block) - "Performance may improve, but the tape volume that is created
> is only compatible with a device that supports the block size used."
> (per the help text).
>
> IS that something to be concerned with ? We only have one tape drive
> (the IBM 9427-210 Cartridge unit...) and any speed improvement would be
> GREAT !
>
> Thanks !
>
> Chuck
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