MM5.1 Backup fails

[phoneman662000]

I have a 5.1 MM and auto backups fail with and error write protect is on.
I have verified the DVD is correct and swapped out the DVD also.
Any idea's
Thanks

 

[kepetersen]

What type of hardware are you using? What is the media type?
Are you using DVD-RAM diskettes or DVD-RAM disk?
Are you using the Panasonic DVD-RAM 4.7GB disks?

 

[phoneman662000]

Its is a 8730 server, using Panasonic DVD-RAM 4.7GB disk. This system does not us the older DVD's that was in the cartridges.
Thank you for answering.

 

[KenMeans]

The 8730's are know for having this issue. they seem to work for a while after install and then fail. I have replace a few 8730's and it fixes the problem for a few weeks at best. i would set it to backup to FTP and then demand (if you are under SSU)a S8800 or other server to replace the 8730.

Ken Means

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[phoneguy55]

FTP is a better choice. If its a large system the nightly backup is bigger then 4.7G so backup to DVD RAM isn't practical. Also unless you swapping medium you only have 1 backup.