Dynamic Files - HP 16500L Installation And Service Manual

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Dynamic Files

Dynamic Files
The HP 16500B's file system uses dynamic files for configuration information
and data. This means that applications, such as File Manager or a
spreadsheet, cannot determine the size of the files until they are retrieved.
When you view the file statistics for these files in the HP 16500B's file
system, you will see file sizes of "0" bytes or "1" byte. The "0" file size
indicates that the file is empty. The 1-byte size indicates that there is
information in the file. If you transfer the file of interest to your PC or
workstation, you will be able to see the actual file size.
Known Incompatibilities
Some operating systems and applications may exhibit unexpected behavior
when working with the dynamic files from the HP 16500B. The "% complete"
display may appear incorrect during file transfers. This does not affect the
transfer or the contents of the file. Once you have saved the file in your local
environment, the correct "% complete" will be displayed during future
retrievals.
Your applications might only retrieve one or two characters from a file that
you believe has many more characters in it. To work around this problem,
copy the file that you want to work with from the HP 16500B system to your
local computer. Use the local copy as your working copy.
SUN Operating Systems
The file copy commands in the SUN workstation and Solaris operating
systems will not work with the dynamic files like those used in the
HP 16500B system. You can use the dd command instead of using the cp or
cat commands.
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