The LANGUAGE option in Spectrum Protect server configuration is crucial for setting up the correct locale. This locale dictates the language used for console display, server messages, and date, time, and number formats. For users operating Spectrum Protect servers on AIX systems, the en_US.utf-8 setting is a particularly important configuration to understand and implement. This article will delve into the specifics of using en_US.utf-8 within your Spectrum Protect server environment on AIX, ensuring seamless communication and operation.
The Significance of Locale Settings in Spectrum Protect
In Spectrum Protect environments, especially those involving both clients and servers, language consistency is paramount. When clients and servers operate using different language settings, it can lead to confusion and misinterpretation of messages. This is particularly problematic when issues arise, and clear communication through system messages is necessary for effective troubleshooting and resolution. The LANGUAGE option addresses this by allowing administrators to define a specific locale for the Spectrum Protect server, ensuring that messages are consistently displayed in the chosen language.
If the server fails to initialize the specified locale, it will default to American English. In scenarios where locale initialization fails and the server defaults to American English, the system will use standard American English date, time, and number formats. These formats can also be explicitly set using the DATEFORMAT, TIMEFORMAT, and NUMBERFORMAT server options, providing administrators with granular control over regional settings even when relying on the default language.
Syntax and Parameters of the LANGUAGE Option
The syntax for setting the LANGUAGE option is straightforward, allowing for different language specifications depending on the operating system.
LANGuage option:
LANGuage AMENG
LANGuage en_US
LANGuage localeParameters Explained:
- AMENG: This parameter specifically sets American English as the server language. It is exclusively available for Windows operating systems.
- en_US: Specifies American English as the language for the server. This option is available for both AIX and Linux platforms, making it a versatile choice for these operating systems.
- locale: This parameter allows you to define a locale name that is supported by the server. This provides flexibility across AIX, Linux, and Windows, enabling the use of various language and regional settings.
Important Notes:
AMENGis limited to Windows servers.en_USis designated for AIX and Linux environments.localeis a more general parameter applicable across AIX, Linux, and Windows, supporting a wider range of locales.
Spectrum Protect is designed to function in any locale environment. However, it defaults to American English if a specific locale is not set or if the set locale fails to initialize. For the locales listed in the tables below, full language support is provided, ensuring a localized experience.
Supported Languages for AIX, Linux, and Windows
The following tables detail the languages supported by Spectrum Protect server across different operating systems and the corresponding LANGUAGE option values.
Table 1. Server Languages for AIX
| Language | LANGUAGE option value |
|---|---|
| Chinese, Simplified | zh_CN |
| Chinese, Simplified | Zh_CN |
| Chinese, Simplified (UTF-8) | ZH_CN |
| Chinese, Traditional (Big5) | Zh_TW |
| Chinese, Traditional (UTF-8) | ZH_TW |
| Chinese, Traditional (euc_tw) | zh_TW |
| English | en_US |
| English (UTF-8) | EN_US |
| French | fr_FR |
| French (UTF-8) | FR_FR |
| German | de_DE |
| German (UTF-8) | DE_DE |
| Italian | it_IT |
| Italian (UTF-8) | IT_IT |
| Japanese, EUC | ja_JP |
| Japanese, PC | Ja_JP |
| Japanese, UTF8 | JA_JP |
| Korean | ko_KR |
| Korean (UTF-8) | KO_KR |
| Portuguese, Brazilian | pt_BR |
| Portuguese, Brazilian (UTF-8) | PT_BR |
| Russian | ru_RU |
| Russian (UTF-8) | RU_RU |
| Spanish | es_ES |
| Spanish (UTF-8) | ES_ES |
| Table note: The system must have en_US environment support installed. |
Table 2. Server Languages for Linux
| LANGUAGE | LANGUAGE option value |
|---|---|
| Chinese, Simplified | zh_CN |
| zh_CN.gb18030 | |
| zh_CN.utf8 | |
| Chinese, Traditional | zh_TW (Big5) |
| zh_TW.euctw | |
| zh_TW.utf8 | |
| English, United States | en_US |
| en_US.utf8 | |
| French | fr_FR |
| fr_FR.utf8 | |
| German | de_DE |
| de_DE.utf8 | |
| Italian | it_IT |
| it_IT.utf8 | |
| Japanese | ja_JP |
| ja_JP.utf8 | |
| Korean | ko_KR |
| ko_KR.utf8 | |
| Portuguese, Brazilian | pt_BR |
| pt_BR.utf8 | |
| Russian | ru_RU |
| ru_RU.utf8 | |
| Spanish | es_ES |
| es_ES.utf8 |
Table 3. Server Languages for Windows
| Language | LANGUAGE option value |
|---|---|
| Chinese, Simplified | chs |
| Chinese, Traditional | cht |
| English | ameng |
| French | fra |
| German | deu |
| Italian | ita |
| Japanese | jpn |
| Korean | kor |
| Portuguese, Brazilian | ptb |
| Russian | rus |
| Spanish | esp |
Examples of LANGUAGE Option Usage
Below are examples illustrating how to set the LANGUAGE option for different operating systems.
Example for AIX and Linux (using Japanese):
lang ja_JPExample for Windows (using Japanese):
lang jpnIn conclusion, setting the LANGUAGE option, particularly to en_US.utf-8 on AIX systems, is a fundamental step in configuring your Spectrum Protect server for optimal operation. Ensuring correct locale settings contributes to consistent message display, reduces potential misunderstandings, and streamlines server management tasks. By understanding and correctly implementing the LANGUAGE option, administrators can enhance the reliability and usability of their Spectrum Protect environment.
