In short:
Yes, the media are different.
LTO-2 drives can (as far as I know) read and write LTO-1 media. Obivious,
LTO-1 tapes will use its own density (max 200GB).
You cannot use LTO-2 tapes in an LTO-1 drive.
Met vriendelijke groet, with kind regards,
Richard van Denzel
Consultant
IBM CATE, TSM Certified Consultant
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Subject: LTO Tape Compatibility
I have a library that uses LTO-1 drives. We are contemplating getting a
new
library (bigger) with LTO-2 drives.
I know there are some folks with experience with both kinds of drives out
there :)
Is the media different between LTO-1 and LTO-2?
Some follow on questions, if the media is different:
Can LTO-2 use the same media as LTO-1? Would it be used at a lower
density?
Can LTO-1 use the same media as LTO-2?
TIA ... Jack
