Handling And Storage - Sun Microsystems SPARCstorage DLT 4000 Manual

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Handling and Storage

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Caution – Do not drop or bang the tape cartridge. This can displace the tape
leader, making the tape cartridge unusable and possibly damaging the drive.
Follow these guidelines when handling tape cartridges:
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Do not forcibly remove a tape cartridge from the drive. If a cartridge is
difficult to remove, reinsert the tape cartridge, wait for the tape cartridge to
load, and then try to unload the tape cartridge again.
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Do not use adhesive labels on the tape cartridge. Use only the labels that fit
into the tape cartridge label area. Using other labels may cause the tape
cartridge to jam in the tape drive.
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Do not move a DLT4000 tape drive with a tape cartridge loaded; doing so
can damage the tape cartridge.
When not in use, return a tape cartridge to the plastic enclosure it was shipped
in and store it in a clean, dust-free environment. In addition:
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Store tape cartridges in temperatures between 20˚C and 30˚C (68˚F to 86˚F).
For longer tape cartridge life, store it at a stable temperature and as close
22˚C (72˚F) as possible.
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Store tape cartridges where the relative humidity is between 30% and 50%.
For longer tape cartridge life, store it at a stable relative humidity and as
close to 40% relative humidity as possible.
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Keep tape cartridges out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and other
heat sources.
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Keep tape cartridges away from electromagnetic interference sources, such
as terminals, motors, and video or X-ray equipment. Data on the tape can be
altered.
Note – If a tape cartridge has been exposed to extreme heat or cold, stabilize
the cartridge at room temperature for the same amount of time it was exposed
(up to 24 hours).
20-40 Gbyte SPARCstorage DLT4000 Tape Drive Manual—February 1997