User`s guide

Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required

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Part Number: ER-TL891-UA.01 File Name: p-apph Tape Drives and Cartridges Last Saved On: 3/3/99 10:43 AM

Appendix

Tape Drives and Cartridges

This appendix discusses:

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Care and Handling of Cartridges

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Care and handling of cartridges

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Preparing cartridges for use

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Adding and removing cartridges through the load port

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Adding and removing cartridges through the storage array door

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Using the tape drives

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Removing cartridges from the tape drives

Care and Handling of Cartridges

CompacTape is a digital linear tape (DLT) that has been designed and

formulated for use in DLT tape drives and tape libraries. The high-grade metal

particle tape features demonstrated tape durability and a long archival life.

As with any data storage medium DLT tape cartridges require some care in

handling and storage. The Following guidelines will help protect your valuable

data.