Cartridge Labels; Cartridge Handling; Inspecting A Cartridge; Cleaning The Cartridge Exterior - Oracle StorageTek SL3000 User Manual

Diagnostic cartridges — used by service representatives to run read/write tests on
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drives (see
page 9-3)
Cleaning cartridges — used to clean the tape path and read/write heads of the
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tape drives (see
page 9-3)

Cartridge Labels

For information about cartridge label standards, see the Barcode Label Technical Brief on
OTN. All library cartridges must have a readable external label. The robot reports an
error when it encounters an unreadable label.
Non-labeled cartridges are not supported. The library exports any non-labeled
cartridges it finds through the CAP. A non-labeled or unknown type cartridge will not
mount to a drive.

Cartridge Handling

Keep cartridges clean and inspect for damage before each use.
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Never open a cartridge.
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Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge; the tape edge might be damaged.
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Do not expose the tape or cartridge to direct sunlight, moisture, or magnetic fields.
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Inspecting a Cartridge

Always inspect a cartridge before you insert it into a tape drive or a library. A
defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive. Never use a damaged cartridge.
Look for:
Dirt or debris
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Cracked or broken housing
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Damaged write-protect switch
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Liquid in the cartridge
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Labels not firmly attached, or that extend over the cartridge edge
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Cleaning the Cartridge Exterior

Wipe all dust, dirt, and moisture from the cartridge with a lint-free cloth. Use Oracle
StorageTek Tape Cleaner Wipes to clean the cartridges. These wipes are saturated with
isopropyl alcohol. Do not let any solution touch the tape or get inside the cartridge.
"Importing/Exporting Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges"
"Importing/Exporting Diagnostic and Cleaning Cartridges"
When cartridges are improperly handled, loss of data or
Caution:
damage to a library component can occur.
Caution: To avoid damage to cartridges, do not use acetone,
trichloroethane, toluene, xylene, benzene, ketone, methylethyl ketone,
methylene chloride, ethyldichloride, esters, ethyl acetate, or similar
chemicals to remove labels or clean cartridges.
Cartridge Handling
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Managing Cartridges 9-7