Getting users started

When you register a client node, the default is to assign the node to the STANDARD policy domain. If users register their own workstations during open registration, they are also assigned to the STANDARD policy domain.

About this task

To help users take advantage of IBM® Tivoli® Storage Manager, you can further tune the policy environment by performing the following tasks:

Define sets of client options for the different groups of users.
Help users with creating the include-exclude list. For example:
- Create include-exclude lists to help inexperienced users who have simple file management needs. One way to do this is to define a basic include-exclude list as part of a client option set. This also gives the administrator some control over client usage.
- Provide a sample include-exclude list to users who want to specify how the server manages their files. You can show users who prefer to manage their own files how to:
  - Request information about management classes
  - Select a management class that meets backup and archive requirements
  - Use include-exclude options to select management classes for their files
For information on the include-exclude list, see the user’s guide for the appropriate client.
Automate incremental backup procedures by defining schedules for each policy domain. Then associate schedules with client nodes in each policy domain.