RE: Migrating Data to new DASD

[JOberholtzer@xxxxxxxxxxxx]

>From DST in a restricted condition, add the 17s in a new raid group.  Then
remove the 4s from the configuration.  The data will be moved from the 4s
to the 17s without any loss of data and the balance will be done for you at
the same time.

You did not mention about the load source.  That can be done as well, but
it takes a bit more effort.  I suggest you follow Al's advice and get
someone who has done that part before rather than try it yourself.  The
load source should be done first to a non configured drive, then the
balance of the data.  When I last did this configuration before, I found
about 6 - 8 hours should be sufficient for the entire process.  Also, make
sure all of the current PTFs for the hardware etc. are on the machine.

The key to success, PLANNING PLANNING PLANNING, and as always, tape is our
friend.

Jim Oberholtzer

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