Using the Linux command line to copy a dump

Learn how to use the Linux^(R) command line to copy a dump.

Copy the dump only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider.

Note:

If you have an HMC, you must manage your platform dumps with the HMC. For details, see Using an HMC to copy a dump.

Platform dumps are saved in Linux under the following directory:

/var/log/dump/