WangDAT 3400DX Tape Drive Stops Responding During Tape I/O Process (307050)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Windows XP 64-Bit Edition
This article was previously published under Q307050

SYMPTOMS

When you try to use a WangDAT 3400DX tape drive with your Windows XP-based computer, the tape drive may stop responding during the Tape I/O process. The following error message may appear in the log file:
TAPE_SPACE_SEQUENTIAL_SMKS

CAUSE

This behavior can occur because Windows XP does not support the Tape I/O process.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:1/23/2004
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbpending kbprb KB307050
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