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5.2.3.9.3 SVTVMV Usage Considerations

The SVTVMV file contains statistics useful in determining the
amount of time and resources spent moving virtual tape
volumes from one multivolume cartridge to another.  This
activity is generally automated by the VSM when consolidating
or reclaiming MVC's to make the best use of the resource
(similar to defragmenting a hard drive).

This activity uses real tape drives and should be monitored
to ensure it is not occurring during heavy virtual volume
recall times.  If so, it may be degrading workload
performance.