Database save and restore

 

You can save and restore database files and related objects with any supported device and media or a save file.

A save file (or the media) receives a copy, written in special format, of the saved information. You can remove and store the media for future use on the System i™ platform. Restored information is read from the media or from a save file into storage, where system users access the information.

Save files are disk-resident files that can be the target of a save operation or the source of a restore operation. Save files allow unattended save operations. An operator does not need to load tapes or diskettes when saving to a save file. However, periodically use the Save Save File Data (SAVSAVFDTA) command to save the save file data on tape or diskette. Periodically remove and store the tapes or diskettes away from the site. These media are then available to help you recover in case of a site disaster.

 

Parent topic:

Recovering and restoring your database

 

Related concepts

Backup and Recovery PDF
Backup and recovery

 

Related reference

Save Save File Data (SAVSAVFDTA) command