Inspecting A Cartridge; Figure 6 Data Cartridge Care - Quantum DLT S4 User Manual

Figure 6 Data Cartridge Care

Inspecting a Cartridge

DLT-S4 Product Manual
If storage or transportation of a cartridge has exposed it to
Note:
temperature or humidity conditions outside the
specifications shown in the preceding table, allow the
cartridge to acclimate to the proper operating environment
for 24 hours before using it.
Store data cartridges vertically in
plastic cases
Improper cartridge handling is the primary reason for tape drive
problems. To avoid losing data or damaging the tape drive, inspect the
cartridges:
• Before loading a new cartridge in the tape drive
• After dropping a cartridge or subjecting it to physical shock
Chapter 3 Cartridges
Inspecting a Cartridge
Use slide-in labels
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