Using batch mode

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Use batch mode to enter a single client command. When you use batch mode, you must precede the command with dsmc.

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For example, to issue the incremental command, enter the following at the command prompt:

dsmc incremental

Some commands require one or more arguments. For example, to archive a file:

Linux operating systemsOracle Solaris operating systemsAIX operating systemsMac OS X operating systems
dsmc archive /home/proj1/file1.txt
Windows operating systems
dsmc archive c:\myfiles\file1.dat

Depending upon the current setting of your passwordaccess option, the client might prompt you for your password before the command is processed in a batch mode session.

When you enter your password, the password is not displayed on your screen.