In-depth guides and insights on LTO tape, archiving, and storage strategy.

Guides & Insights

  • What is WORM LTO Tape Media?

    What is WORM LTO Tape Media?

    LTO WORM Tape Cartridges: Immutable Data Storage for Compliance and Security In an era where data integrity and regulatory compliance are paramount...
    by Emily Howell
    13.02.2026
  • How long does it actually take to fill an LTO Tape cartridge with data?

    How long does it actually take to fill an LTO Tape cartridge with data?

    The Growing Pains of LTO Tape Storage: When Capacity Outpaces Speed A comprehensive analysis of LTO (Linear Tape-Open) tape drive performance data ...
    by Emily Howell
    10.02.2026
  • What are some of the ways LTO tape stores so much data on a single cartridge? I heard they use SMR like HDD’s, is that true?

    What are some of the ways LTO tape stores so much data on a single cartridge? I heard they use SMR like HDD’s, is that true?

    The Hidden Truth About SMR: LTO Tape Was There First When Western Digital and Seagate began shipping shingled magnetic recording (SMR)hard drives i...
    by Emily Howell
    03.02.2026
  • I have a LTO9 tape drive and multiple users want to use it for backups. Can I add the tape drive as a shared device on my network?

    I have a LTO9 tape drive and multiple users want to use it for backups. Can I add the tape drive as a shared device on my network?

    Sharing an LTO9 Tape Drive on a Network Yes, you can share an LTO9 tape drive across a network, but there are important technical considerations an...
    by Emily Howell
    30.01.2026
  • I have some backup tapes written on Tandberg M2 backup tapes. How can i recover the data??

    I have some backup tapes written on Tandberg M2 backup tapes. How can i recover the data??

    Recovering data from Tandberg M2 backup tapes requires specific hardware and software. The first suggestion is to contact a company that can handl...
    by Emily Howell
    29.01.2026
  • How do I safely remove a stuck tape in my LTO drive?

    How do I safely remove a stuck tape in my LTO drive?

    When Tapes Won't Budge: Safely Removing a Stuck Tape from Your LTO Drive Few situations are more frustrating for IT professionals than a tape cartr...
    by Emily Howell
    21.01.2026
  • What are Virtual Tape Libraries and how do they work?

    What are Virtual Tape Libraries and how do they work?

    For decades, tape has been the backbone of enterprise data backup and archival storage. It's reliable, cost-effective for long-term retention, and ...
    by Emily Howell
    16.01.2026
  • How do I store my LTO Tape cartridges safely?

    How do I store my LTO Tape cartridges safely?

    Your LTO tape cartridges contain some of your organization's most valuable assets—backup data, archives, and records that may be irreplaceable and ...
    by Emily Howell
    12.01.2026