RSM Windows Command Guide
The RSM (Removable Storage Manager) command in Windows allows users to manage media resources efficiently. It provides various options and functionalities for organizing and controlling removable storage devices on the system. Users can use the RSM command to perform tasks such as mounting and dismounting media, querying information about media libraries, and controlling media changers. This command is useful for maintaining and accessing removable storage devices effectively within the Windows operating system.
RSM Syntax:
Section titled “RSM Syntax:”rsm [option] [parameter]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -a | Lists all resources. |
| -r | Restarts a specific resource. |
| -d | Deletes a resource. |
| -s | Stops a specific resource. |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| resource | Specifies the name of the resource. |
| file | Specifies the file to use for the action. |
RSM Command Samples:
Section titled “RSM Command Samples:”Eject a Tape from a Specific Drive
Section titled “Eject a Tape from a Specific Drive”rsm eject /pf"TapeDriveName"Ejects a tape from the specified tape drive.
Enumerate All Devices in the Library
Section titled “Enumerate All Devices in the Library”rsm view /guDisplays all the devices (such as media and drives) in the library unit.
Prepare a Media in a Specific Location
Section titled “Prepare a Media in a Specific Location”rsm prepare /pf"MediaPoolName" /ast"AB1234"Prepares a specific media in the specified location for use.
Mark Media as Free
Section titled “Mark Media as Free”rsm extend /pf"MediaPoolName" /mt"Free"/ast"AB1234"Marks the specified media as free in the specified media pool.
Inventory All Devices in the Library
Section titled “Inventory All Devices in the Library”rsm inventory /guInitiates an inventory process for all devices in the library unit.
Import Media from a Specific Location
Section titled “Import Media from a Specific Location”rsm import /pf"MediaPoolName" /asg"GroupName"Imports media from a specific location into the specified media pool.
Unload Media from a Specific Slot
Section titled “Unload Media from a Specific Slot”rsm unload /rg"MediaPoolName" /st123Unloads the media in slot 123 from the specified media pool.
RSM FAQ:
Section titled “RSM FAQ:”How do I use rsm in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use rsm in Windows?”To use the rsm command in Windows, execute the following command:
rsm --online "<drive letter>"What is the purpose of the rsm command in Windows?
Section titled “What is the purpose of the rsm command in Windows?”The rsm command in Windows is used to manage removable storage.
How can I view the status of removable storage using rsm in Windows?
Section titled “How can I view the status of removable storage using rsm in Windows?”To view the status of removable storage in Windows using rsm, use the following command:
rsm view /t <type>Can I enable or disable removable storage with rsm in Windows?
Section titled “Can I enable or disable removable storage with rsm in Windows?”Yes, you can enable or disable removable storage in Windows using rsm.
rsm --enable <drive letter>How do I list all the devices currently being managed by rsm in Windows?
Section titled “How do I list all the devices currently being managed by rsm in Windows?”To list all the devices currently being managed by rsm in Windows, run the following command:
rsm listIs there a way to eject removable storage devices using the rsm command in Windows?
Section titled “Is there a way to eject removable storage devices using the rsm command in Windows?”Yes, you can eject removable storage devices using the rsm command in Windows.
rsm eject <drive letter>Applications of the RSM Command
Section titled “Applications of the RSM Command”- Manages shared resources
- Displays information about shared resources
- Reconnects to a shared resource
- Deletes connections to shared resources