How to interpret TapeAlert flag severity codes

TapeAlert flags fall into three categories of severity: Critical, Warning, and Information.  Addtional severity codes are under discussion.

Severity
Code
Definition

Critical

C

Either a failure has already occurred or a failure is imminent. Corrective action is required. The condition should be logged and/or an operator informed.

Warning

W

The system may not be operating [...]

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How does TapeAlert work?

internal TapeAlert firmware constantly monitors the drive hardware and the media, checking for errors and potential difficulties. Any problems identified are

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This post was written by admin on January 15, 2009 Comments (0)

TapeAlert error flags for tape drives and libraries

Below is a list of Industry Standard Tape Alert Error Flags. These “tape alert” flags are designed for single tape drives and robotic libraries.

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