LTO-8 ARCHIVE AND RESTORE RECORD
Guide: https://yenra.com/lto-8-tape-drive/
Archive owner and date:
Dataset name, source location and total bytes:
Source inventory/checksum manifest location and tool/version:

CARTRIDGE AND SYSTEM INVENTORY
Cartridge identifier and generation (distinguish LTO-7 Type M):
Copy identifier and controlled storage location:
Format (LTFS or archive/backup application format):
Drive model, firmware, enclosure and host connection:
Host OS and driver versions:
Archive/LTFS application and version:
Encryption enabled? Responsible key custodian and recovery process reference:
Do not put encryption keys, passwords or other secrets in this record.

WRITE AND VERIFICATION
Write date, operator and job log location:
Files/bytes written and errors or exceptions:
Verification method and result:
Independent copy identifiers and verification result:
Source retention decision after successful verification:

RESTORE REHEARSAL
Date, operator, compatible reader and software used:
Files selected and reason for selection:
Separate restore destination:
Elapsed time including setup and media access:
Checksum comparison result against source manifest:
Files opened in their applications and results:
Unreadable items, missing dependencies and corrective actions:

MAINTENANCE
Media storage requirements and inspection record:
Replacement-reader access and responsible contact:
Next restore test or triggering system change:
Migration trigger and planned target:
Keep the catalog accessible outside the tape system.
Retain a working old reader until migrated copies are verified.