Checking optical volume

You can use the Check Optical Volume (CHKOPTVOL) command to validate the integrity of the directories and files on a volume.

You can use the CHKOPTVOL command to verify that all files can be read. The command prints a list of damaged files if any. In addition, depending on the value of the OUTPUT parameter, the command can display a count of damaged and undamaged files.

Enter information for the following fields on the Check Optical Volume display:

Note: The CHKOPTVOL command applies to the following volumes:
  • Volumes in directly attached optical media libraries
  • Volumes in CD-ROM and DVD devices
  • Volumes in virtual optical devices