Use Query/400 to Find IFS Files in BRMS

Hey, Joe:

We're using Backup Recovery and Media Services/400 (BRMS/400) for backup, and I find locating a tape that has the correct version of an Integrated File System (IFS) file that I'm looking for is a real hassle. Do you know of any shortcuts to locate a list of BRMS tapes that were used to backup a particular IFS file?

-- Bernie

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Delete Badly-Named OS/400 IFS Files, Take Two

Dear Readers:

In the May 15, 2002 issue of the Midrange Guru, I explained how to use an FTP client to delete an IFS file with an improper name . Recently, it occurred to me that there's an easier way. In fact, there are two easier ways and I'd like to share them with you.

-- Ted

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Reader Feedback and Insights: Avoiding Object Locks

After reading the January 18 Midrange Guru article, "Avoiding Record Locks in RPG,"I still don't understand how the record lock is avoided. The program acknowledged the condition by the indicator that was set, but how does this change the fact that the record is locked? Can you enlighten me?

-- Tom