Calvin Dimsha <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

>     An acquaintance is trying to use SPFXFER with no manuals.  I've never
>     used the utility and don't have any manuals here either so can't help
>     at all.  In general:
>
>     1. What is the syntax for "storing."
>
>     2. What is the syntax for "restoring."

Try running spfxfer and typing "help" at the prompt.

>     3. Is there a way to find out what is on a tape?

Not with spfxfer.

>     My acquaintance has used the utility before and has information on
>     tape (maybe) but can't seem to get it back or find out if there is
>     indeed anything on the tape.

You could try inputting from the tape to the system and see what gets
restored.

>     (FYI the overall objective is to get spoolfiles to microfiche.)

Can your fiche service handle an spfxfer tape?  It's often the case that
you'll have to FCOPY the spool files to tape for the fiche provider...

 -- Evan