Tape Backup | Tech Info |

General Information -

This is the most cost-effective method for making backups. The information is transferred from the computer's storage to the Tape Drive Cartridge. The information is stored on the tape in a serial format and cannot be easily retrieved using conventional random access methods. 

Hardware Device Types - 

Tape Drives can be found at the "Tape Drives Hardware" page.

Tape Cartridges can be found at the "Tape Cartridges Hardware" page.

Tape Drive Formats

• AIT ( Advanced Intelligent Tape ) -
• DAT ( Digital Audio Tape ) - 
• DLT ( Digital Linear Tape ) - 
• DTF ( Digital Tape Format ) - 
• SD1 - 
• SLR ( Scalable Linear Recording ) - 
• Travan - 

Software Programs - 

see the Tape Backup Software page. 

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