The LTO spec calls for reading / writing 1 generation back and reading
two generations back.

Therefore, an LTO3 drive can READ/WRITE LTO2 and LTO3 and can READ LTO1,
LTO2 and LTO3.

As usual, if you are going to be switching media type I'd test several
backups and restores.

-Jonathan
 

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Hi Guys,

Can i use the following media for IBM 400/800GB LTO Gen3 tape drive?

HP LTO 2 data cartridge, 400GB
HP LTO 3 data cartridge, 800GB RW

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