DataLoader/MX Reference Manual (G06.24+)

Introduction to DataLoader/MX

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Loading Scenario

number of source files for load customization. DataLoader/MX works in conjunction

with the import utility.

Loading Scenario

A typical load scenario might involve a load operation from a single input source into

three partitions of a table. You need a DataLoader/MX process for the input stream and

a DataLoader/MX process for each load operation into a specific partition. Figure 1-1

illustrates this scenario.

The initial DataLoader/MX process, A, reads a block of records from the input stream

and sends the record to the appropriate downstream DataLoader/MX process, (B),

based on the key value.

DataLoader/MX process B reads blocks of records and performs any special

processing that might be required, such as conversions or reformatting operations. It

then writes the records to its $RECEIVE file. An import process, (C), reads the

records and loads them into the designated target partition.

For additional features, see Section 6, DataLoader/MX Examples.

Figure 1-1. Loading a Single Input With DataLoader/MX

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