Can you trust "used" media tape?

There are many concerns regarding the alleged dangers of using so-called "used" tape in your Datacenter, including reliability. Some of these concerns are valid, but it depends on who is producing the end product. Not all suppliers of recertified tape produce the same quality product or utilize the same processes for creating that tape. With all of the incorrect information circulating about recertified tape, we want to set the record straight. Media Recovery provides the highest quality product in the industry and was the first to set a new standard by which all others will be judged. We completed a SAS 70 Type II audit on our processing of servo track media to provide proof that our processes, controls, and our 100% Certified Tape product are superior.

Is it true that only a small percentage of certified tapes are batch tested for reliability?

Not at Media Recovery. We clean and test every tape end-to-end for physical defects, including edge damage — one of the most thorough testing protocols in the industry. We assure you that we only offer validated tapes with zero permanent errors. In fact, we are proud to say that we factor in yield losses ranging from ten to thirty percent as we will not process any used tapes that do not meet our strict guidelines.

How do I know that the tape I'm getting is high quality?

Media Recovery conducts a strict screening process to determine the eligibility of tapes before they enter our certification process. We only accept the top brand names with an age of five years or less that have a documented history of solid maintenance. During the certification process we also eliminate any tape that does not meet our strict guidelines. All tapes that achieve the Media Recovery 100% Certified Tape name are assured to be superior quality.

How do I know that all previously readable data on the tape has been completely eradicated?

Media Recovery's process for data eradication can be trusted. We have such confidence in our own processes that we had a SAS 70 Type II audit completed on those processes. An independent auditor reviewed and tested all processes and controls used by Media Recovery for data eradication. This is a first in the industry and is a testament to the quality of our processes.

Trust Media Recovery 100% Certified Tape

We believe you can trust Media Recovery “used” tape, and that your Datacenter would benefit considerably by using Media Recovery 100% Certified Tape, our signature product that has been perfected over the last 30 years.

To learn more about this unique product, please call Media Recovery today at 1-800-688-2414.

Media Recovery has been one of the leading suppliers for Datacenter Services and Products for the last 30 years. Whether you need your Datacenter cleaned, your tape library moved, your archived media inventoried, or your tapes labeled, Media Recovery has an extensive array of services to provide resources for your "special project" requirements. From laser printers, wireless routers, and server racks to remote management, cabling, and 100% Certified Tape, Media Recovery supplies products from the leading manufacturers in the industry. No matter what your Datacenter requirement is, Media Recovery is available 24/7 to help keep your operation running efficiently.