5257/5257 ACL Installation and User's Guide for NonStop S-Series Tape Enclosures

Operating the 5257 Tape Drive
5257/5257ACL Installation and User's Guide for NonStop Himalaya S-Series Tape Enclosures—522344-001
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Preserving Cartridges
Preserving Cartridges
For longer life of recorded or unrecorded cartridges, store cartridges in a clean
environment with these conditions:
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Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture and magnetic fields.
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Do not drop or bang the cartridge. This can displace the tape leader, making the
cartridge unusable and may damage the drive.
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If you drop a cartridge, perform a visual media inspection before inserting it into the
drive.
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Store cartridge vertically when not in use.
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Store the data cartridge in the plastic enclosure it was shipped in.
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Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dust and oils from your skill will contaminate
the tape and affect performance.
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Keep tape cartridges out of direct sunlight and away from heaters.
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Store tape cartridge in temperatures between 10°C and 40°C (50°F to 104°F). For
longer cartridge life, always store the cartridge in its plastic container and in room
environment conditions of 72°F± 7°F (22°± 4°C).
Figure 4-5. Unloading a Tape Cartridge