What infrastructure is required?

CA Dynam/D runs on the z/VSE operating system. It requires a functional z/VSE environment with sufficient disk space and system resources to support its operations. It is not dependent on z/OS but operates within the z/VSE environment.

How is CA Dynam/D typically deployed?

CA Dynam/D is deployed on-premise within the z/VSE environment. It is installed and configured by system programmers or administrators familiar with z/VSE operations. The implementation involves setting up the necessary parameters and integrating it with existing dataset management procedures.

What are some key utilities and configuration methods?

The DYNUTIL utility provides file management functions, while DYNCOPY facilitates dataset copying. These utilities are invoked via JCL or console commands within the z/VSE environment. Configuration files define parameters for disk space allocation and dataset management policies.

How does CA Dynam/D integrate with other systems?

CA Dynam/D integrates with the z/VSE system catalog to manage dataset definitions and attributes. It uses standard z/VSE interfaces for disk I/O and storage management. It can also integrate with security systems for access control.

What is the business value of CA Dynam/D?

CA Dynam/D helps organizations optimize their storage utilization, reducing the need for additional disk space purchases. By automating dataset management tasks, it reduces administrative overhead and improves operational efficiency. It also minimizes downtime associated with dataset modifications.

What happens if an organization does not use this product?

Without CA Dynam/D, organizations may face challenges in managing disk space efficiently, leading to increased storage costs and administrative overhead. Modifying dataset specifications may require deleting and recreating datasets, resulting in downtime and potential data loss.

What kind of reporting capabilities does it offer?

CA Dynam/D provides disk and VTOC usage reports, enabling administrators to monitor storage consumption and identify areas for optimization. These reports help in capacity planning and resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization of storage resources.

How does CA Dynam/D handle security?

CA Dynam/D leverages the security features of the z/VSE operating system to control access to datasets. It integrates with security systems such as RACF or ACF2 to enforce access control policies. Specific authentication methods depend on the configured security system.

What access control model is used?

The access control model used by CA Dynam/D depends on the underlying security system in z/VSE. Typically, it involves defining access control lists (ACLs) for datasets, specifying which users or groups have read, write, or execute permissions.

What audit/logging capabilities exist?

CA Dynam/D provides audit logging capabilities to track dataset access and modifications. These logs can be used for security monitoring and compliance purposes. The specific audit trails generated depend on the configuration of the z/VSE security system.

What ongoing operational requirements exist?

Ongoing operational requirements for CA Dynam/D include monitoring disk space utilization, reviewing VTOC reports, and managing dataset definitions. Regular maintenance tasks involve applying updates and patches, as well as ensuring the security system is properly configured.

What are common implementation challenges?

Implementing CA Dynam/D requires expertise in z/VSE system administration and dataset management. Common challenges include configuring the system to meet specific storage requirements, integrating it with existing security systems, and ensuring compatibility with other z/VSE applications.

What administrative interfaces are available?

Administrative interfaces for CA Dynam/D typically involve using JCL and console commands within the z/VSE environment. User management is handled through the z/VSE security system. Configuration parameters are defined in configuration files and system libraries.

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CA Dynam/D

Broadcom Supported zVSE/VSEn

Disk Administration

Vendor

Broadcom

Product Overview

CA Dynam/D is a disk and dataset management solution designed to optimize storage utilization and simplify dataset administration within z/VSE mainframe environments. The architecture centers around dynamic disk space allocation, which automatically adjusts storage based on real-time needs. This eliminates the need for manual allocation and reduces wasted space.

When datasets are closed, unused space is automatically released, further optimizing storage efficiency. The ability to modify dataset specifications without requiring dataset recreation minimizes downtime and simplifies maintenance. The core components include the DYNUTIL and DYNCOPY utilities, which provide file management and dataset copying capabilities.

These utilities interact with the z/VSE system catalog to manage dataset definitions and attributes. Disk and VTOC usage reports provide detailed insights into storage consumption, aiding in capacity planning and resource allocation. The system integrates with z/VSE security systems to control access to datasets and ensure data integrity.

Communication between components relies on standard z/VSE interfaces and protocols. Alternatives include DFSMS/MVS on z/OS and other storage management solutions, but CA Dynam/D is specifically tailored for z/VSE.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CA Dynam/D do?

CA Dynam/D is a disk and dataset management solution for z/VSE systems. It provides features for dynamic disk space allocation, automatic release of unused space, and modification of dataset specifications without requiring recreation. It also includes utilities for disk and VTOC reporting and file management.

Is this a system, application, or tool?

CA Dynam/D is a toolset designed to manage disk space and datasets on z/VSE systems. It provides utilities and functions to optimize storage utilization and simplify dataset administration tasks.

What types of organizations use this?

Organizations using the z/VSE operating system, particularly those with large data storage requirements, can benefit from CA Dynam/D. This includes enterprises in industries such as finance, insurance, and government that rely on mainframe systems for critical applications.

When should we consider CA Dynam/D?

Consider using CA Dynam/D when you need to optimize disk space utilization on z/VSE systems, simplify dataset management tasks, and avoid the need to recreate datasets when modifying specifications. It is particularly useful when dealing with dynamic data storage requirements.

What are the alternatives to CA Dynam/D?

Alternatives to CA Dynam/D include other disk and dataset management utilities available for z/VSE, as well as broader storage management solutions. DFSMS/MVS provides similar functionality on z/OS. EMC TimeFinder provides data management capabilities.

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CA Dynam/D

Product Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CA Dynam/D do?

Is this a system, application, or tool?

What types of organizations use this?

When should we consider CA Dynam/D?

What are the alternatives to CA Dynam/D?

What infrastructure is required?

How is CA Dynam/D typically deployed?

What are some key utilities and configuration methods?

How does CA Dynam/D integrate with other systems?

What is the business value of CA Dynam/D?

What happens if an organization does not use this product?

What kind of reporting capabilities does it offer?

How does CA Dynam/D handle security?

What access control model is used?

What audit/logging capabilities exist?

What ongoing operational requirements exist?

What are common implementation challenges?

What administrative interfaces are available?

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