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ANR9999D_0521343731 and Could not determine media type , rc = 1

Troubleshooting


Problem

When the data is being backed up to a Tape Library/Drive, the following error is received during a write operation: ANR9999D_0521343731 NtpOpen(pvrntp.c:1296) Thread<36>: Could not determine media type, rc = 1

Symptom

The label and checkin functions of the Tivoli Storage Manager Server work fine without any issues.

Cause

Wrong Drivers for the Library / Drives. Microsoft drivers were installed for the IBM LTO Drive.

Resolving The Problem

Verify that you are using the correct drivers for the device. You can review the below links for more info on which drivers are needed.

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Document Information

Modified date:
21 June 2018

UID

swg21438456