Data Archiving Through Tape Storage

Although a part of robust and reliable data archiving backup plans for years, tapes and tape drives have an increased chance of failure through human error. Processor offers tips on establishing tape backup replacement cycles and policies, to ensure tape backups will be reliable, last longer, and save money in the long run.

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"’When an error becomes present, it is time to closely monitor the tape or transfer the data and submit the tape for evaluation and certification service,’ he says. ‘This service determines the historical data of each tape and the condition before the tape undergoes eradication, cleaning, and certification. Not only will this type of service determine the current condition of the tape, but also the ability to accurately write and read to the tape without one data mismatch.’”

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