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# ClipMgtDevice

The ClipMgtDevice keyword defines the devices used for archiving.

You can set multiple archiving devices for use with the application. The first device that is defined will be the default device.

ClipMgtDevice File

You can define a portion of your system disk or another volume as the destination for archives created using the application.

The ClipMgtDevice File keyword uses the following syntax

ClipMgtDevice File, <file_name>, <size>

Where: | Is:
--- | ---
<file_name> | The path for archives created using the application.
<size> | The maximum size for a file archive in MB.

You can also modify the parameters of this keyword through the application.

- You can use a path other than the default filename by entering one in the Archive menu.
- You can change the default maximum size of a file archive in the Archive menu in the application.

Example of use

ClipMgtDevice File, /var/tmp/archive, 1024

#### Topics in this section

- ClipMgtDevice Vtr
- ClipMgtDevice HDCAM
- ClipMgtDevice Tape
- ClipMgtDevice File