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The advancing
age of media can be causing problems. The 3480 cartridge was introduced
nearly 15 years ago. Many data centers are still using cartridges
with original formulations, which were changed three times in the
first three years. Even worse, they are using media that has been
contaminated or recalled! Some of these cartridges are finding their
way into automated tape libraries that run at 4 meters per second,
or twice as fast as originally specified.
The faster drives
operate at higher temperatures, which causes binder failure. When
the binder breaks down, the chromium dioxide adheres to the drive
heads. This causes processing problems.
Just a few 10-12
year old 3480 cartridges can cross-contaminate good cartridges causing
a cascade of processing errors and job aborts through the entire
library. Fortunately, Data Link can help by eliminating failing
media, performing a comprehensive library cleaning and the implementation
of a Total Media Management program.
Below is a list of services:
 Library Profiles & Audits
Data Link library
profiles and audits evaluate the quality of your media, the efficiency
of your tape processing systems, and compliance with IRS regulations.
By systematically examining your tape library on-site, Data Link
can determine where problems are likely to occur. Through subsequent
media testing, we can often determine the exact cause of media-related
problems.
Media Format Conversions & Migration
Data Link can
easily convert media from one format to another or migrate your
entire operation to a new media technology. Our solutions are on-site,
off-line and require only desktop space, resulting in minimal impact
on day-to-day operations.
Library Cleaning
Extend tape
life, eliminate debris, and reduce data errors with regular cleaning.
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Media Management Services 
