Jack - what size buffer parameters are you using with your LTO-5?
We have had to replace virtually ALL our LTO-5 drives due to tape head wear -
what brand of tapes do you use?
Agree regarding performance, in fact the limiting factor is more often
non-drive, i.e. hba, or source system just can't send data fast enough.
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Date: Fri, 2 Dec 2011 14:35:59 -0500
From: Jack.Forester AT mylan DOT com
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I've used mostly the big library iron:
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Extending this discussion, what about tape drives?
We've just started using IBM LTO-5 drives earlier this year and have been
blown away with their performance and capacity. Haven't had to replace any yet.
Our LTO-3 drives have been solid performers regardless of manufacturer.
STK T9940A/B. Nice, reliable enterprise class drives. Didn't require us
to buy new tapes when moving from the A to B series.
STK T10000 - Bought some of these at a former employer, but left before
they could be installed. Heard they were great drives.
DLT/SDLT - Meh.
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Jack Forester, Jr.
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Global Technology Services - AHS
Mylan, Inc.
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