
1	TAPEXFER@     The tape transfer procedure is designed to provide the userBwith a nearly effortless method of transferring files from the VAX@to the IBM.  Only ASCII source or print files can be transfered.EThe procedure uses AVATU for creating IBM readable tapes.  As part ofBthe process a JCL file containing all the infomation the IBM needsCto get the files off the tape is created and is placed as the firstAfile on each tape.  This enables the IBM to read the tape without>the operator having to write special JCL to get the files off.<     Using the procedure is simple.  Select whether you wantBto write or read a tape (reading is somewhat primative right now).?If you want to write a tape, you have three additional options.DThe files to be transfered to the IBM can be transfered for printing>(in which case they are not saved after printing), they can beCtransfered as individually named IBM files, or they can be included@as part of an IBM Partitioned Data Set (PDS).  If you chose the Fpartitioned data set option, you will have to enter an IBM PDS name.  EConsult the IBM system manager if you are not sure what the PDS name 
should be.D     The procedure will ask you next for file names to transfer.  AtCthis prompt a simple carriage return will terminate further promptsEand the tape will get made.  You can also enter any existing VMS fileDname including wildcards.  For example, you could enter *.LIS at the?prompt to place all listing files on the tape.  As each file isAprocessed for inclusion on the tape, a message will appear on the"AVT100 terminal specifying the file being processed.  In the eventCthat a file name is entered which does not exist, a warning messageAwill appear and the procedure will prompt again for another name.AWhey you finally type just a return at this prompt, the specifiedBfiles will be written to the tape and the tape will be dismounted.DPhysically remove the tape from the tape drive, give the tape to theAIBM operator and the tape will be transfered to your IBM account.