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Must tape dataset definitions include VOL=SER specifications?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only for uncataloged datasets

  4. Only for cataloged datasets
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Explanation

VOL=SER specifies the volume serial number for a tape dataset. Cataloged datasets are tracked in the system catalog, which records their location. Uncataloged datasets require VOL=SER to tell the system which tape volume contains the dataset.

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