This can seem daunting, with the rate at which organizational computing power is increasing, but unaccounted for drives create vulnerability. Media for Back-ups can be reused. Therefore media rotation schemes are required. Software is available that monitors tape and media problems and alerts you in time for safe replacement. Efficient Back-ups are critical to storage systems.
Performance is most important when servers or entire networks are being Backed-up or restored.
Performance is determined by how well the Back-up applications, source drive, destination tape and data pipe work together. Choose cost effective, high transfer rate, performance tape drives with high capacity media cartridges. Make native vs. compressed comparisons and look for good performance ranges. Back-up software should be chosen for integrated features that support your requirements and compatibility with your hardware environment. First, determine the down time you can tolerate.