DYNA-STEP enables DB2 DBAs to switch between test and production DB2 systems simply by selecting a different option on their ISPF menu, eliminating the repetitive LOGOFFs and LOGONs typically required to switch between test and production systems.

Using DYNA-STEP, DBAs can STEPLIB to multiple DB2 systems, execute multiple DB2I sessions, and access different subsystems in one ISPF session, dramatically reducing DB2 upgrade and maintenance time, and increasing service levels.

Through DYNA-STEP, allocation of key DB2 datasets, such as .SDSNEXIT and .SDSNLOAD, is removed from LOGON procedures and dynamically allocated through CLISTS and REXX EXECs, or from the TSO READY prompt.

Removing STEPLIBs from LOGON PROCs and dynamically allocating DB2 STEPLIBs enables DBAs to transparently access multiple DB2 systems, while also reducing the need to maintain numerous LOGON PROCs. As a result, DB2 upgrades and maintenance are expedited, LOGON PROC and systems library maintenance time is reduced, and all users enjoy faster TSO LOGONs and faster response time. All this adds up to increased service levels and significant dollar savings.

KEYFeatures

• DYNA-STEP automates STEPLIB allocation through startup CLISTS and REXX EXECs, providing instant, transparent access to test and production DB2 versions and systems.
• DYNA-STEP supports separate STEPLIBs at TSO READY and in each ISPF split screen, up to 32 ISPF split screens.
• DYNA-STEP provides commands to dynamically override standard library allocations, providing temporary library access for testing or upgrades.

DYNA-STEP provides authorized users with efficient, direct access to multiple STEPLIBs, product versions, and DB2 subsystems. The result is increased user and machine productivity, adding up to significant dollar savings.