OUTDSN Parameter

Purpose

This parameter lets you specify the name of the data set that is to contain the output of the command.

Format

Read syntax diagramSkip visual syntax diagramCommand nameOUTDSN= dsname

Values

dsname
The data set name. You can specify a sequential data set or a member of a partitioned data set.

The record format should be variable-blocked and recommended is VB 1024.

Restrictions

The data set must already exist.

The OUTDSN parameter forces OUTMODE=LINE.

Note: If OUTDSN specifies a data set that is already allocated to NetView (for example DSILIST), the exclusive ENQ that is issued when OUTDSN is used will not be removed until NetView is stopped. Thus, it is recommended that you do not use pre-allocated data sets for OUTDSN.