>Hi!
>
>Since we experienced many problems with our NT attached 3570 during the
>last weeks (tension lost, defective tapes etc. etc.) I'd like to make sure
>that after replacing some tapes and having the IBM CE in several times
>everything is working properly. So I currently use "move data" commands to
>copy data from one tape to another (using a disk pool as a "buffer" since I
>habe only one tape drive available).
>
>My question is if there is any other recommended way to check/verify my
>tapes and assure that the drive and lib is working properly. I am looking
>for a command the "searches" all over a tape - like a "dummy" restore for
>example. Can somebody share her/his experiences with me?
>
>Mit freundlichem Gruss/Best Regards
>
>Michael Abel
>IBM Certified Advanced Technical Expert - RS/6000 AIX
>IBM Certified Specialist - ADSM
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