5190/5194 Modular Tape Subsystem Manual
Operating the Cartridge Tape Drive and ACL
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Setting the File-Protect Switch
Setting the File-Protect Switch
The file-protect switch on top of the cartridge magazine works in the same way as the
file-protect thumbwheel on each cartridge tape. However, the file-protect switch
prevents writing data on all the cartridges loaded in a magazine. Figure 4-6 shows
how to set the file-protect switch.
Figure 4-6. Setting the File-Protect Switch on the Cartridge Magazine
FILE
PROTECT
File-Protect
Switch
Handle
Lock Release
Button
Unprotected Position
Writing Enabled
Protected Position
Writing Disabled
Top View of ACL Cartridge Magazine
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