Variable scoping capability for physical tape layout diagnostic structure of tape storage device

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9911463
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15147825

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According to one embodiment, a controller-implemented method collecting data relating to operation of a tape drive, storing the collected data in wrap sections of a tape map, where the wrap sections of the tape map correlate to physical lengths of tape. The method also includes and storing a subset of the collected data in a slice region upon at least one of experiencing a first trigger condition and reaching a predefined location on a tape. Other systems, methods, and computer program products are described in additional embodiments.

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  • INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

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Nylander-Hill, Pamela R Tucson, US 43 514

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