Maria Gomez wrote:> Hello, I need help with a problem with my software (Backup Exec 8.60). > > I have Backup Exec in Windows 2000 Server.> My device is a IBM Ultrium LTO, using hp ultrium 200 GB* data cartridge.> > > The error is:> > Storage device "HP Ultrium" reported an error on a request to write data> to media.> > Error reported:> The request could not be performed because of an I/O device error.> > ^ ^ ^ ^ ^> and it's strange, because it occurs only sometimes. > For examples, I make a completely copy daily, from monday to fryday (appending)> (scheduled job). If we suppose it makes satisfactory on monday, tuesday and> wednesday (appending), then it fails on thursday (I think it'snot fault of> space in the data cartridge). Then on friday it begin overwriting ,and next> monday it appends, and so on next tuesday, but again on wednesday it fails.> > > Is there anything in the default configuration or about the software that> I forgot ?> > Thanks / Gracias> > > Are you current on drivers and firmware for both the Controller and Tape Drive?Are you using Veritas drivers for the Tape Unit, if so, try manufacturer drivers.