Are DRS magnetic media filing specifications the same as the Social Security Administration specifications?
A. No. DRS does not require the filing of RW, RO, and RU records, but does require the filing of RS records. Some modifications have been made to the RS, RT, and RF record formats in order to report state information. 5. How does an employer report changes on a previously filed magnetic media submission? A. DRS does not accept either magnetic media filing of federal Form W-2c or paper corrections of previously filed W-2 information on magnetic media. You must correct the files and replace the entire file. You must also complete Form CT-6559, and check the box indicating that it is a replacement file. 6. What magnetic media are acceptable to DRS? A. Tape: 1/2″ tape [800, 1600 or 6250 bytes per inch (BPI)], Cartridge: 3480 IBM compatible [38,000 characters per inch (CPI)], Diskette: 3 1/2″ IBM/PC compatible [double density or high density]. DRS does not accept 5 1/4″ or 8″ diskettes, 3490 cartridges, or CD Rom. 7. What forms should accompany the magnetic media? A. There must be one Form
