[geeks] Formatting or Wiping a Tape

[Dave McGuire]

On March 23, Ron 'The InSaNe OnE' Rosson wrote:
> Well I finally go my tape drive hooked up to my U1. The person who gave it to
> me also thru in some used tapes. The problem is under Solaris I am not sure
> how to wipe or format the tapes so I can use them to back up data.

  Most tapes don't get "formatted" per se.  You didn't mention what
kind of tape drive you're using, but for some, a bulk eraser works
well.  What sort of drive is it?

           -Dave

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