BlockSize Property (SQL-DMO)

The BlockSize property specifies the formatting size unit for tapes formatted as part of a backup.

Applies To

Backup Object

Syntax

object.BlockingSize [= value]

Part Description
object Expression that evaluates to an object in the Applies To list
value Long integer representing a number of bytes

Remarks

When directing a backup to a backup device or to files, BlockSize is ignored.

Data Type

Long

Modifiable

Read/write

Prototype (C/C++)

HRESULT GetBlockSize(LPLONG pRetVal);

HRESULT SetBlockSize(long NewValue);


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