Fatal Tape Error: Adaptec AHA 1740/1744 and Exabyte 8200ST (102823)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server 3.1

This article was previously published under Q102823

SYMPTOMS

The Adaptec AHA 1740/1744 adapter and the Exabyte 8200ST do not work together. If you attempt a backup, a fatal tape error occurs.

CAUSE

The devices are electrically incompatible.

RESOLUTION

There is no workaround for this problem. Replace one of the devices with a compatible counterpart.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/20/2003
Keywords:kbHardware KB102823