Copy retention sets for replication target nodes to tape or cloud object storage

With IBM Spectrum® Protect 8.1.13, retention sets that include data for replication target nodes can be copied to tape or cloud object storage to help improve data recoverability. In addition, retention sets that include data for replication target nodes can now be created by specifying a date and time in the past.

To copy a retention set with replication target node data to tape or cloud object storage, you can define a storage rule by using the DEFINE STGRULE command and specifying the name of the target storage pool where you want to copy the data. You can update an existing storage rule by using the UPDATE STGRULE command.

Tip: Alternatively, to create copy storage rules by using the Operations Center, click Storage > Storage Rules, and then click +Create Rule.