Operating the SDLT Drive
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SDLT Tape Drives Reference Guide
Cartridge Handling and Storage
For longer life of recorded or unrecorded cartridges,
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Store cartridges in a clean environment.
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Use cartridges in temperatures between 10°C and 40°C (50°F to 104°F).
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If a cartridge has been exposed to extreme heat or cold, stabilize the cartridge
at room temperature for the same amount of time it was exposed for up to 24
hours.
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Do not place cartridges near electromagnetic interference sources, such as
terminals, motors, and video or X-ray equipment. Doing so may cause data on
the cartridge to be altered.
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Store cartridges in a dust-free environment where the relative humidity is
between 20 percent and 80 percent. For longer cartridge life, store the
cartridge at
40 percent to 60 percent relative humidity.
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If a cartridge is dropped or damage is suspected, gently shake the cartridge:
— If it rattles, it is damaged. Restore the data on the cartridge by some
means other than by using the SDLT drive, and discard the damaged
cartridge.
— If it doesn't rattle, check the tape leader
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inside the cartridge. To do this,
open the door on the rear of the cartridge by releasing the door lock
1
.
The tape leader should be in the position shown in
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