Spectra Logic T-Series Spectra T200 User Manual page 40

Chapter 1 — Library Overview
Storing and handling cartridges in TeraPack magazines helps eliminate
errors resulting from mishandling individual tapes, which is the leading
cause of tape damage. When inside the library, TeraPack magazines are
stored in semi-enclosed chambers. When not in the library, a clear plastic
dust cover snaps onto the magazine to protect the cartridges. The
cartridges are continually protected by the TeraPack magazine, both inside
and outside the library.
You can purchase TeraPack magazines preloaded with Spectra Logic
Certified Media, as well as empty magazines. Using TeraPack magazines
offers the following advantages:
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Bar code labeling. All of the cartridges in a TeraPack magazine, as well
as the magazine itself, are available pre-labeled with unique bar codes
for easy identification. The bar code information is stored by the library
as part of its inventory data in non-volatile random access memory
(NVRAM). Even after a power-down and restart, the library retains its
inventory.
Grouped media. The cartridges in a TeraPack magazine are typically
treated as a unit during import and export operations. This grouped
media handling simplifies media management tasks by eliminating the
need to import or export cartridges one by one. TeraPack magazines
eliminate at least 90 percent of operator time spent on these types of
tasks.
Mixed media support. If multiple drive types are installed in the
library, individual TeraPack magazines can be loaded with media to
support each drive type. Media types cannot be mixed within a single
TeraPack magazine.
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