Guidelines For Using Bar Code Labels; Sample Bar Code Label On The Lto Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge - IBM TotalStorage Ultrium T800 Operator's Manual

indicates that the cartridge is the third generation of its type. Figure 13 shows a
sample bar code label for the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge.
Tape cartridges can be ordered with the labels included or with custom labels. To
order tape cartridges and bar code labels, see "Ordering Media Supplies" on page
69. The bar code for usage in IBM tape libraries must meet predefined
specifications. They include (but are not limited to):
v Eight uppercase alphanumeric characters, where the last two characters must be
v Label and printing to be non-glossy
v Nominal narrow line or space width of 0.423 mm (0.017 in.)
v Wide to narrow ratio of 2.75:1
v Minimum bar length of 11.1 mm (0.44 in.)
To determine the complete specifications of the bar code and the bar code label,
visit the web at http://www.ibm.com/storage/lto (select LTO Support), or contact
your IBM Sales Representative.
When attaching a bar code label to a tape cartridge, place the label only in the
recessed label area (see 4 in Figure 12 on page 51). A label that extends outside
of the recessed area can cause loading problems in the drive.
Attention: Do not place any type of mark on the white space at either end of the
bar code. A mark in this area may prevent the library from reading the label.
Figure 13. Sample bar code label on the LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Cartridge. The volume serial
number (LTO123) and bar code are printed on the label.

Guidelines for Using Bar Code Labels

Apply the following guidelines whenever using bar code labels:
v Use only IBM-approved bar code labels on cartridges to be used in an IBM tape
v Do not reuse a label or reapply a used label over an existing label.
v Before you apply a new label, remove the old label by slowly pulling it at a
v Use peel-clean labels that do not leave a residue after being removed. If there is
v Examine the label before applying it to the cartridge. Do not use the label if it
v Remove the label from the label sheet carefully. Do not stretch the label or cause
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right angle to the cartridge case.
glue residue on the cartridge, remove it by gently rubbing it with your finger.
Do not use a sharp object, water, or a chemical to clean the label area.
has voids or smears in the printed characters or bar code (a library's inventory
operation will take much longer if the bar code label is not readable).
the edges to curl.
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