M8609A Tabletop Tape Drive Installation and User's Guide (H06.14+, J06.03+)

Operating the Tape Drive
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Cartridge Information
Cartridge Information
Data Cartridges
The tape drive uses Ultrium tape cartridges.These single-reel cartridges match your
tape drive’s format and are optimized for high capacity, throughput, and reliability. Do
not use other format cartridges in your tape drive and do not use Ultrium cartridges in
other format tape drives.
Handling Cartridges
Improper handling of cartridges can result in loss of data or damage to the tape drive.
To handle a cartridge correctly:
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Make sure the leader is latched every time you pick up a cartridge.
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Keep cartridges clean.
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Inspect a cartridge before each use, and never put a damaged cartridge into a tape
drive.
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Never pull tape from a cartridge.
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Never open a cartridge.
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Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge. The tape edge might be damaged.
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Do not expose the tape or cartridge to direct sunlight or moisture.
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Do not expose a recorded cartridge to magnetic fields. This might destroy data on
the tape.
Inspecting Cartridges
A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive. Always inspect a cartridge
before you insert it into a tape drive. Look for:
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Cracked or broken cartridge
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Broken leader
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Broken leader latch
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Damaged write-protect switch
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Liquid in the cartridge
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Labels not firmly or neatly attached or extending over the cartridge edge
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Any other obvious damage