Richard,

> Mauro - You didn't say if the 3590 microcode was also updated
the code is D0IC_999. It should be the latest.

> ... new 3590 microcode, which has a lower tolerance for media errors
I heard this ... something that has got to do with a SARS or something
like it ...

> If you reclaim the tapes and reset the tape labels, you
> may be able to resume using the tapes - but keep an eye on the ones
> that were reported.
I will move data out of those and keep an eye on them.

I spent all afternoon with the CE. Apparently one of them tried to set
the pressure of the vacuum-chamber without the gauge. The vacuum level
wasn't correct on two drives ... I'm waiting to see the result.

Thank you very much for your help

Mauro, STM