Inserting A Tape Cartridge - IBM System Storage TS2240 Tape Drive Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

Table 3-2. Functions that the Unload Button performs (continued)
Unload Button Function
Reset the drive

Inserting a Tape Cartridge

To insert a tape cartridge:
1. Ensure that the drive is powered-on.
2. Ensure that the write-protect switch on the tape cartridge is properly set (see
3. Grasp the cartridge so that the write-protect switch faces you (see 1 in
4. Slide the cartridge into the tape load compartment.
How to Initiate the Function
Press and hold the Unload Button until the drive begins the reset procedure (Status
Light will be amber).
Note: If a tape cartridge is loaded in the drive the drive will unload the tape. Repeat
the "Reset the drive" procedure after the tape is unloaded. The drive saves a dump of
the current drive state, then reboots to allow communication. Do not cycle power as
this will erase the contents of the dump.
"Write-Protect Switch" on page 4-2).
Figure 3-1 on page 3-6).
Note:
a. If the cartridge is already in an ejected position and you want to
reinsert it, remove the cartridge then insert it again.
b. If the cartridge is already loaded and you cycle the power (turn it off,
then on), the tape will reload.
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