Methods for saving IBM i optional libraries (QHLPSYS, QUSRTOOL)
Use any of these methods for saving IBM i optional libraries.
Item description | When changes occur | Contains user data or changes? | IBM-supplied data? |
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IBM i optional libraries (QHLPSYS, QUSRTOOL) | IBM i optional libraries (QHLPSYS, QUSRTOOL) change when you apply Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs) or when you install new releases of the operating system. |
No1 | Yes |
Common save method | Requires restricted state? |
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SAVLIB*NONSYS | Yes |
SAVLIB *IBM | No2, 3 |
SAVLIB library-name | No3 |
GO SAVE command, menu option 21 | Yes |
GO SAVE command, menu option 22 | Yes |
- 1
- You should avoid changing objects or storing user data in these IBM-supplied libraries or folders. You could lose or destroy these changes when you install a new release of the operating system. If you make changes to objects in these libraries, note them carefully in a log for future reference.
- 2
- You do not need to put your system into a restricted state, but it is recommended.
- 3
- Important: For procedures where the system does not require a restricted state, you must ensure that the system can get the locks necessary to save the information. You should place your system in a restricted state whenever you save multiple libraries, documents, or directories, unless you use the save-while-active function.
Save libraries with the SAVLIB command explains how to save one or more libraries. This information also includes special SAVLIB parameters and how to select libraries on your system.