Chapter 6. Using Ultrium Media; Data Cartridges; The Ibm Lto Ultrium Data Cartridge - IBM TS3100 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Chapter 6. Using Ultrium Media

Figure 6-1. The IBM LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge

Data Cartridges

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To ensure that your IBM Ultrium Tape Drive conforms to IBM's specifications for
reliability, use only IBM LTO Ultrium tape cartridges. You may use other
LTO-certified data cartridges, but they may not meet the standards of reliability
that are established by IBM. The IBM LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge cannot be
interchanged with the media used in other IBM non-LTO Ultrium tape products.
Figure 6-1 shows the IBM LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge and its components.
1
LTO cartridge memory
2
Cartridge door
3
Leader Pin
Note: The same components are on all the IBM LTO Ultrium Data Cartridges.
The different generations of IBM Ultrium data cartridges can be identified by color:
Table 6-1. Cartridge Types and Colors
Type
Ultrium 6
Ultrium 6 WORM
Ultrium 5
Ultrium 5 WORM
Ultrium 4
Ultrium 4 WORM
Ultrium 3
Ultrium 3 WORM
4
Write-protect Switch
5
Label area
6
Insertion guide
Color
Black
Black and Silvery gray
Burgundy
Burgundy and Silvery gray
Green
Green and Silvery gray
Slate Blue
Slate Blue and Silvery gray
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