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zDP delivers the ISPF panel in the HLQ.SAMPLIB > member EIPCLIST. After customizing EIPCLIST, run the REXX to configure, manage, and monitor the zDP environment through ISPF panels. Here are a few best practices for setting up and working with the zDP ISPF panels:
After installing Mainframe Enablers software, copy the member into a new member, and update the copy EIPCLIST. This way preserves the original EIPCLIST that is delivered by Dell Technologies if you inadvertently mistype information when editing EIPCLIST.
After starting zDP ISPF, you must update the Set Options panel. Do this by entering S in the zDP ISPF panel.
In the Set Options panel (option S), note the VDG Member Library and TGT Member Library for future use. This dataset preserves all VDG or TGT definitions if you save them while in the zDP ISPF panel.
Use the ISPF panel to create the VDG or TGT JCL control statements. After the ISPF preserves the JCL in the VDG or TGT Member Library, go to the respective library and copy the statements in your batch job. This ensures that you are using the most up-to-date parameters and defaults when creating your VDG and target groups.
Use the zDP ISPF Help panels to raise awareness for the zDP components. In the zDP ISPF panels, press F1 to access the help panels.