Re: OT: tape backup

[Maurice Hilarius <maurice harddata com>]

With regards to your message at 10:43 AM 3/25/01, James Fowler. Where you 
stated:
> Based on my recent experiences, I want a more robust backup solution.  I
> am looking to aquire a tape drive.  As this is not being payed for by a
> buisness I need a cost effective solution.  I prefer SCSI (I am using the
> Qlogic isp1020 as reported by /proc/scsi).  Any suggestions or ideas?
> What is the best drive for the money?  I will be backing up FAT32, EXT2,
> Reiserfs, UFS, HPFS, (and maybe other) filesystems.  I would like to
> manage it all on my alpha, although I can put it in a x86 box that I have
> if necessary (cost/performance driven, etc.).  My apologies for the two OT
> posts in one weekend.  Thanks for your help.
> James
>
> --
> James Fowler
I would have to say the Ecrix VXA1 is by far the best "bang for the buck"
Tapes are 33/66GB capacity. It is variable speed, so unlike DAT and Exabyte 
it does not go back and forth during operation ("shoe-shining").
They seem quite reliable, as we have sold many ( over 100) and have had 
only 1 fail in the last 18 months.
Interface is SCSI LVD.
There are no special drivers needed, as it acts as a "standard" SCSI tape 
device.
Cost is good too, as the internal kit, with a tape and a cleaner, sells for 
$769

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