System and user defaults system values: Assistance level

Sets the assistance level for you system. (QASTLVL)

Assistance level, also known as QASTLVL, is a member of the system and user defaults category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to view the assistance level for your system. To learn more, keep reading.

Quick reference
Location	In iSeries™ Navigator, select your system, > Configuration and Service > System Values > System and User Defaults > User
Special authority	None
Default value	Basic
Changes take effect	The next time a user signs on to the system
Lockable	No

What can I do with this system value?

You may specify the level of assistance available to users of the system. Use this value to tailor the level of displays available for users of the system. Displays intended for less experienced users provide a higher level of assistance than displays intended for expert users.

Possible values are:

Basic (*BASIC)
Operational assistant level of system displays is available.
Intermediate (*INTERMED)
Intermediate level of system displays is available.
Advanced (*ADVANCED)
Advanced level of system displays is available.

Where can I get more information about this system value?

To learn more, go to the system and user defaults system values overview topic. If you are looking for a specific system value or category of system values, try using the i5/OS system value finder.