Yes pleas read the IBM Redbook

Tivoli Storage manager Consepts SG24-4877-02
        This book is desinged for people who want to understand TSM, this is 
not a
reference like the "TSM administrator Guide"
        You can read this book from the beginngt to the end.

and then read this book

Getting Started with Tivoli Storage Manager Implemetanion Guide SG24-5416-01
        Excelent book if you are plaing to imlement TSM into your network. and a
good book to understand the basic concepts.

These books are a litle outdate. But they get the job done.

Kvedja/Regards
Petur Eythorsson
Taeknimadur/Technician
IBM Certified Specialist - AIX
Tivoli Storage Manager Certified Professional
Microsoft Certified System Engineer

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