Using the IBM® z/OS Management Facility
The z/OS® Management
Facility (z/OSMF) is a product for z/OS that
provides support for a modern, web-browser based management console
for z/OS.
These topics explain the additional functions that is available when
you are connected to a z/OSMF system.
Configuring a z/OSMF system connection
The z/OS Management Facility (z/OSMF) is a product for z/OS that provides support for a modern, web-based management console for z/OS, and extends the functions of the z/OS Explorer . You must have a z/OSMF connection to use the features of z/OSMF. When you define a z/OSMF system, z/OS Explorer attempts to create an FTP connection at the same time. z/OS Explorer then chooses the connection that is most suitable for the task you are performing.
Viewing the output of an active job
When z/OS Explorer is connected through FTP you can use the Jobs view to see all the active jobs you have on the system. If you have a z/OSMF connection you can also view the output of active jobs while they are running.
Deleting or cancelling an active job
When z/OS Explorer is connected through FTP you can use the Jobs view to see all the active jobs you have on the system. If you have a z/OSMF connection you can also delete or cancel an active job.