RMFPACK can be used to prepare SMF data on your mainframe for processing by IntelliMagic Vision. You need to use the process described in the IntelliMagic Vision for z/OS Data Collection Instructions.docx to collect SMF data for an IntelliMagic study. After sorting the data, you can run RMFPACK or SMF2ZRF JAVA class to compress the RMF records, such that the resulting data set is much smaller (typically 15% of the original size). The output dataset is a standard binary file that can be downloaded to a PC as needed.
RMFPACK contains sample JCL to sort SMF records along with IntelliMagic FTP(S) certificates if you require secure transmission, and will create compressed output data sets of records in specific groups from all your systems. The package also contains JCL to run our proprietary compression product RMFPACK. If you would rather use zIIPs to compress data, there is JCL to install and run the SMF2ZRF JAVA class.
Note for CMF users: RMFPACK can be used with CMF data as well.
Downloads:
- Download RMFPACK (zip file)
The webpage with an overview of the recommended procedures for gaining the most out of your IntelliMagic Vision Storage Performance Assessment can be found here: IntelliMagic Vision for z/OS Data Collection Guide.
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