Handle The Cartridge Carefully; Examples Of Cartridge Problems - IBM TS3100 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Figure 6-7. Checking for gaps in the seams of a cartridge
v Check that the leader pin is properly seated (see 2 in Figure 6-8 on page 6-13).
v If you suspect that the cartridge has been mishandled but it appears usable,
v Review handling and shipping procedures.

Handle the Cartridge Carefully

v Do not drop the cartridge. If the cartridge drops, slide the cartridge door back
v Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge. Handling the tape can damage
v Do not stack more than six cartridges.
v Do not degauss a cartridge that you intend to reuse. Degaussing makes the tape

Examples of Cartridge Problems

Example: Split Cartridge Case (see Figure 6-7)
The cartridge's case is damaged. There is a high possibility of media damage and
potential loss. Perform the following steps:
1. Look for cartridge mishandling.
2. Use the IBM Leader Pin Reattachment Kit (part number 08L9129) to correctly
3. Review media-handling procedures.
copy any data onto a good cartridge immediately for possible data recovery.
Discard the mishandled cartridge.
and ensure that the leader pin is properly seated in the pin-retaining spring clips
(see 2 in Figure 6-8 on page 6-13). If the leader pin has become dislodged, go
to "Repositioning or Reattaching a Leader Pin" on page 6-12.
the tape's surface or edges, which may interfere with read or write reliability.
Pulling on tape that is outside the cartridge can damage the tape and the brake
mechanism in the cartridge.
unusable.
seat the pin (see "Repositioning or Reattaching a Leader Pin" on page 6-12).
Then, immediately use data recovery procedures to minimize chances of data
loss.
Chapter 6. Using Ultrium Media
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