AIX/RT -> Sequent 6080 tape file conversion

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From: Pete Gregory
Date: Fri, 31 Aug 1990 16:39

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Hi -

I need to move ascii datafiles from an IBM RT (AIX 2.2.1) to a Sequent 6080
(*NIX version unknown), and can write to 1/4" DC600A-type cartridge tape.
In order that the Sequent be able to read my tapes, should I use cpio -c,
backup or tar format?  I have one opportunity, so I need to select the 
method most likely to succeed.

I have created AIX tapes in cpio -c format that I have been able to read
on AIX 1.1 (PS/2) and SCO Xenix ('286 clone), and think this may be the
best, unless someone out there knows otherwise.

Thanks for your help.

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From: pete@bally.Bally.COM (Pete Gregory )
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Subject: AIX/RT -> Sequent 6080 tape file conversion
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