Re: Destroy old MagStar tapes?

2002-04-26 Thread Coats, Jack
We had some distroyed not long ago, and had Iron Mountain certify they were distroyed. I have no idea what they charged.

Destroy old MagStar tapes?

2002-04-25 Thread Doug Baker
Hi all. We have replaced our 3575 library with a 3583 LTO. I want to get rid of the old MagStar MP C-Format XL tapes. The data has been moved by TSM. But I'd like to ensure that the data is permanently destroyed. What's the best way to do this for 320 tapes? Are commercial services required?

Re: Destroy old MagStar tapes?

2002-04-25 Thread Jim Doll
If you plan to toss them. Use a strong electro magnet Should screw up the tracking (That's what we did with our old Magstar 3480/90 reel tapes.) Or what our tape librarian suggested a sledge hammer. We charged $1 a tape on our United Way activity day, Was a interesting Activity. (Made more