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October 2005
4.19
Load Tape in DAT Tape Drive Unit
OVERVIEW
This procedure contains steps to insert a 4mm tape cartridge into the DAT tape drive
unit.
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Note:
A Netra
20 DDS-4 DAT drive can read 90 meter DDS-1 formatted tapes but
can not write 90 meter DSS-1 formatted tapes. A Netra 240 DAT72 drive cannot read
or write 90 meter DDS-1 and 120 meter DDS-2 formatted tapes.
PROCEDURE
1.
Verify that the tape cartridge's write-protect switch is set correctly.
For write-protection, the light-colored tab should NOT be visible. For
write-enable, the tab should be visible.
2.
Check the LEDs on the tape drive front panel to make sure the drive isn't
functioning at present.
Both the green and amber LEDs should not be illuminated. It is not
recommended to interrupt the tape drive if the green LED is blinking. A steady
green LED indicates a data cartridge is in the drive and the drive is ready for
activity. There is a problem if the amber LED is blinking.
3.
Netra t 1120 — Insert the tape cartridge so the manufacturer's label is facing left
and the write enable switch on the cartridge is facing toward you.
Note:
On the Netra t 1120 workstation, to access the tape drive, you must first
open the front cover.
Netra 20 — Insert the tape cartridge so the manufacturer's label is facing right
and the write enable switch on the cartridge is facing toward you.
Netra 240 — Insert the tape cartridge so the manufacturer's label is facing up
and the write enable switch on the cartridge is facing toward you.
4.
Gently push the tape cartridge into the tape drive until the end with the
write-enable switch is flush with the tape drive front panel. The tape drive is
auto-loading and will pull the tape cartridge the remainder of the way into the
drive. DO NOT force the cartridge into the drive. The green LED will blink for a
few seconds while the tape is loading then remain steady once the loading
process is complete.
5.
STOP. YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS PROCEDURE.
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