Use Spectrum SMF Writer to:
- create brand-new custom SMF reports in just minutes
- mix data from SMF files, VSAM files and DB2 tables
- turn SMF data into Web reports (HTML format)
- convert SMF data into PC export files (comma-delimited or fixed format ASCII) for use in:
- database programs like Microsoft Access
- spreadsheet programs like Excel and Lotus
- e-mail attachments
- Oracle databases
- Unix Web servers
- any other mainframe, mini, or PC application that requires a custom file format
Support for SMF & RMF Records
The SMF and RMF files are among the most complicated files in any shop. But Spectrum SMF Writer makes it easy to produce reports from them. Spectrum SMF Writer supports:- the unique SMF date format CYYDDDF - packed Julian, but with a leading century indicator (containing a 0 or 1).
- SMF's "binary hundredths of seconds since midnight" timestamps and intervals
- the testing and outputing of individual bits within a byte
- signed halfwords and fullwords, as well as unsigned binary fields
- SMF's famous "triplets" (indicating offset to, length of, and number of variable record segments)
Example of an SMF Report with Spectrum SMF Writer
The Figure below shows a sample SMF report made with Spectrum SMF Writer. As you can see, it took just a few control statements to turn the complex SMF type 30 records into a useful "Daily Abend" report.Additional useful links:
- Learn more details about how this report was made
- See an example of normalizing a type 30 SMF record to make an "Address Space Activity" report
- See a sample "TSO Sessions" SMF report
Want to Learn More?
Want to learn more about Spectrum SMF Writer? You can also:- read a more detailed explanation of Spectrum SMF Writer, and see a sample "TSO Sessions" report.
- learn how Spectrum SMF Writer handles multiple sections within an SMF record, and see an EXCP Details report from type 30 SMF records
- read our FAQ, which has answers to lots of questions you may have.
- view a step-by step, nine-lesson tutorial on using Spectrum SMF Writer.
- check out the Spectrum SMF Writer price list or review the license agreement.
- download a free 30-day trial of this RACF Report Writer alternative. to start making reports right away!
- send us your own questions or comments. We'll get back to you quickly with an answer.
- or call us toll-free at 1-800-572-5517. We look forward to hearing from you.
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