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JES2 – Understanding JES2 Processing 2.5
Duration
4 hours
Overview
This course describes how JES2 devices are used, their possible statuses, and how batch jobs are processed. The final module discusses operational aspects associated with JES2 including how it is automatically and manually started and stopped, and commands that can be used when there are problems with these processes.
Audience
Operators and systems programmers that need to start and stop JES2, and monitor JES2 device activity.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of the JES2 – Basics 2.5 course, or equivalent knowledge.
Objectives
- After completing this course, the student will be able to:
- Enter commands to display JES2 device status
- Describe how JES2 job classes are used to prioritize and schedule batch job processing
- Start and stop JES2
Course Content
JES2 Device Status and Job Processing Phases
JES2 Device Status
JES2 Job Processing Phases
JES2 Classes and Job Queue Characteristics
Job Queue Elements
Job Classes
Starting, Stopping, and Restarting JES2
Starting JES2
Stopping JES2
JES2 Requirements for a Normal Termination
Identifying when JES2 is Not Dormant
Displaying Activation Information
JES2 Abnormal Shutdown