Using ISMF panels to perform aggregate backup

You can use ISMF panels to process aggregate backup instead of issuing the ABACKUP command. You can specify the DFSMSdfp; Aggregate Group Application Selection panel from TSO and use either the LIST or the ABACKUP option for aggregate group backup.

Use the ABACKUP option when you know the aggregate group name you want to back up.

Use the LIST option when you are unsure of the aggregate group name you want to back up or when you want to back up more than one aggregate group.

In the example system, ACTIVE is used for the CDS NAME and the aggregate group name PAY1 is backed up to a 3490 tape unit. Two methods of performing aggregate backup, using either the ISMF LIST or the ISMF ABACKUP option, are shown.