Virtual Tape Server (VTS)

Duration

2 to 3 hours

Overview

Audience

Personal with no prior knowledge of VTS concepts or those who need to have an understanding of VTS basic architecture, hardware and software tools.

Prerequisites

Understanding of an MVS Operating environment.

Objectives

After completing this Course, the student should be able to:
• Understand the concepts of VTS.
• Recognise the various hardware components of the VTS.
• Describe the functions and capabilities of VTS.
• Use VTS commands.

Course Content

Basic Requirements and Components

On completion the student should have a understanding of:
Introduction to VTS
Why Does Business Need It?
Hardware and Software Components

Functions and Commands

On completion the student should have a understanding of:
Functions for Operations Staff
Overview of VTS/Host Integration
Software for the Host
How Does it Satisfy the Business Requirement?;
What Type of Data Center Would Employ One?
Operator Co