Re: Backing UP

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From: sumntec (sumntec_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 10/29/04 

Date: Fri, 29 Oct 2004 07:30:04 -0700

The usual error is to fail a write. I have tried Dells diagnostic tool and
it works for short runs upto 7000 32K blocks, after that it will fail the
test inconsistantly. I might get 5 at 10,000 blocks and then fail the next.
I just do not trust unit. I have tried to back up a 4gig sql backup to the
unit and it nearly always fails. I have another Dell server with an internal
4mm tape and it has never failed backing up my web server.

we would spend around a $1000 on a unit.

"Lanwench [MVP - Exchange]" wrote:

> sumntec wrote:
> > We are looking for a new tape backup. I am interested in hearing
> > about the type of format we should look at DAT, DLT... We have a
> > DLT from benchmark/HP/Dell that never really worked well. I am still
> > trying to get consitant results out of it. Again, thanks for any
> > comments.
> >
> > Best regards,
> >
> > Mike Sumner
>
> Really depends on your budget and how much you need to back up. I have had
> great luck with DLT/SDLT, personally - put the devices on a dedicated SCSI
> controller if possible, make sure you're using the latest firmware for the
> controller & the drive...what problems are you having? Have you tried the
> mfr's tape tools? (note you can't have a Dell and an HP at the same time;
> even if they both re-badge Benchmark, Quantum, etc.)
>
>
>

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