Handling Tape Cartridges; Storing Tape Cartridges - Quantum Scalar 1000 Operator's Manual

Handling Tape Cartridges

Storing Tape Cartridges

6-4 Processing Media
Do not use the tape cartridges in the following situations:
• If there is condensation in or on the cartridge.
• If the cartridge has cracks or other physical damage.
• If the cartridge casing is split at the seams.
• If the leader pin is broken, loose, or dislodged from its
housing.
The Scalar 1000 provides extra I/E station magazines and
dust covers for handling and storing cartridges. The
magazines also allow for inserting and ejecting cartridges to
and from the library without library disruption.
Use the following tips when handling cartridges:
• Remove dust on the outside of the cartridges with a damp
cloth.
• Do not touch the tape leader.
• Do not expose cartridges to moisture or direct sunlight.
• Do not expose cartridges to magnetic fields.
• Do not open the cartridge door unnecessarily because this
can expose the cartridge to contamination or physical
damage.
• Do not drop cartridges or subject cartridges to physical
shock.
Use the following tips when storing cartridges:
• While cartridges are not in the library, store them in either
their protective cases, the IE station magazines with dust
covers, or in individual protective cases.
• The storage environment should not exceed temperature
and humidity requirements as described in the drive
manufacturer specifications.
• When cartridges are stored in an extended archival
environment, always orient the cases so that the reel axis
is horizontal with the surface on which the cartridges are
stored. Use protective cases if storage containers are
accommodating.
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