tcopy Source [ Destination ]
The tcopy command copies magnetic tapes. Source and target file names are specified by the Source and Destination parameters. The tcopy command assumes that there are two tape marks at the end of the tape, and it ends when it finds the double file marks. With only a source tape specified, the tcopy command prints information about the size of records and tape files
To copy from one streaming tape to a 9-track tape, enter:
tcopy /dev/rmt0 /dev/rmt8
| /usr/bin/tcopy | Contains the tcopy command. |
Backup Files and Storage Media Overview in AIX 5L Version 5.2 System User's Guide: Operating System and Devices.
The rmt special file.