Inserting a tape cartridge
To insert a tape cartridge:
1. Ensure that the LTO-2 is powered-on.
2. Ensure that the write-protect switch is properly set (see "Setting the
3. Grasp the cartridge so that the write-protect switch faces you (see 1 in
4. Slide the cartridge into the tape load compartment.
Figure 17. Inserting a cartridge into the LTO-2
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write-protect switch" on page 16).
Figure 17).
Notes:
a. If the cartridge is already in an ejected position and you want to reinsert it,
remove the cartridge then insert it again.
b. If the cartridge is already loaded and you cycle the power (turn it off, then
on), the tape will reload.