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Figure 4-5. Tape cartridges in a Turtlecase
v Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a
v If you ship the cartridge in a cardboard box or a box of a sturdy material, ensure
Figure 4-6. Double-boxing tape cartridges for shipping
Environmental and Shipping Specifications for Tape Cartridges
Before you use a tape cartridge, acclimate it to the operating environment to
prevent condensation in the drive (the time will vary, depending on the
environmental extremes to which the cartridge was exposed).
box or package.
the following:
– Place the cartridge in polyethylene plastic wrap or bags to protect it from dust,
moisture, and other contaminants.
– Pack the cartridge snugly; do not allow it to move around.
– Double-box the cartridge (place it inside a box, then place that box inside the
shipping box) and add padding between the two boxes.
Chapter 4. Using Ultrium Media
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