Error Reported bad data In NTBACKUP

[hss]

Hi,

I've read alot to resolve my problem but none have worked.

I'm using a machine installed with XP-Pro with Tendberg Data DLT VS160 external for backup.

Here is the backup log:

Error: the device reported an error on a request to write data to media.
error reported: bad data

This happened after 10 mins into running an full backup of network drives.

I tried below steps to isolate this -
* Replaced DLT
* Changed backup media
* Updated Driver of DLT & SCSI controller
* CHanged media storage place as supeted demagnitisation of media
* Same backup machine installed in other place
* Installed fresh OS

After these many steps same error is coming while ntbackup.
Pls help.

Rgds....HSS

[Fred333]

That is a tough one. Let me do some research and get back to you.

[hss]

HI fred, Thanks for ur reply. did u get some thing which can help me on this?
HSS

[hss]

any none got solution for this???? it iseally a big problem for me... help!!!!

[bpearson1]

Just fixed this problem this morning, I hope it works for you as well.

Error: the device reported an error on a request to write data to media.
error reported: bad data

I looked in the event viewer for application and System errors:
Application error states:
End Backup of 'C:' 'Warnings or errors were encountered.'

Verify: On
Mode: Replace
Type: Normal

Consult the backup report for more details.

However, the System error reported some helpful information.
The device, \Device\Tape0, has a bad block

My Solution:
I reset the tape drive by holding the eject button for 30 seconds
Cleaned the drive with a head cleaner
Reboot the server.
Ran backup and no more errors.

I Hope this works for you