We have tapes but no idea which one is where
Tape rotation without labels and log is not backup. Grandfather-Father-Son or Tower of Hanoi with a log.
Try this first
- 1Label every tape with date and pool (daily/weekly/monthly)
- 2Keep a paper or digital logbook
- 3Rotate offsite weekly (vault or director's home)
- 4Test one tape monthly for readability
When to bring us in
If tapes older than 5 years are still in rotation
See also
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