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7 Use the correct media
In this chapter:
• "Ordering media" on page 35
• "Cartridges" on page 35
• "WORM data cartridges" on page 36
• "Write protecting cartridges" on page 36
• "Cleaning the tape drive" on page 37
• "Handling cartridges" on page 37
• "Operating and storage environment" on page 38
Ordering media
Use the Ultrium data and cleaning tape cartridges designed for your tape drive. To order data and cleaning cartridges please
use the contact information below to locate the nearest tape media reseller.
In the US contact 1 877 STK Tape
Outside US contact tapemediaorders_ww@oracle.com
Cartridges
Cleaning cartridges
The recommended cleaning cartridge is the Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge. This cleaning cartridge is designed to
work with any LTO drive. It may be used for up to 50 cleans.
NOTE:
Do not use the earlier LTO cartridge (Blue), or LTO cartridges from other manufacturers.
Data cartridges
LTO tape drives use Ultrium tape cartridges. These are single-reel cartridges that match your drive's format and are optimized
for high capacity, throughput and reliability. Compatible media can be recognized by the LTO logo, which is the same as
the logo on the front of your drive. Do not use other format cartridges in your tape drive and do not use Ultrium cartridges
in other format tape drives.
StorageTek LTO Half-Height SCSI Tape Drive
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