Reattaching A Leader Pin; Rewinding The Tape Into The Cartridge - IBM System Storage TS2230 Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Reattaching a Leader Pin

The first meter of tape in a cartridge is leader tape. Once the leader tape has been
removed there is a possibility of tape breakage. After reattaching the leader pin,
transfer data from the defective tape cartridge. Do not reuse the defective tape
cartridge.
The Leader Pin Reattachment Kit contains three parts:
Figure D-4. Leader Pin Reattachment Kit
v Leader pin attach tool ( 1 ). A plastic brace that holds the cartridge door open.
v Cartridge manual rewind tool ( 2 ). A device that fits into the cartridge's hub
To rewind the tape, refer to Figure D-3 and perform the steps below.
1. Insert the cartridge manual rewind tool ( 1 ) into the cartridge's hub ( 2 ) and turn it
clockwise until the tape becomes taut.
2. Remove the rewind tool by pulling it away from the cartridge.
3. If you suspect that the cartridge has been mishandled but it appears usable, copy any
data onto a good cartridge immediately for possible data recovery. Discard the
mishandled cartridge.
Figure D-3. Rewinding the tape into the cartridge
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and lets you wind the tape into and out of the cartridge.
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Appendix D. Repairing a Cartridge
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