Media Use - Spectra Logic T-Series Spectra T50e User Manual

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The following sections describe best practices for using LTO media and for
managing your media inventory. All library user groups have privileges
that allow them to use the library's user interface to perform the media
handling and management operations described in this appendix. Because
handling media requires you to physically interact with the library, much
of the information in this chapter is not applicable when you are accessing
the library using a web browser.
Selecting the Correct Media
Use Only Spectra Logic Approved Tape Media Do not use any media that
has not been approved by Spectra Logic for use in the Spectra T50e
libraries. To ensure the best possible performance, use Spectra Logic
Certified Media. Check the
media availability.
In addition to its own certified media, Spectra Logic only supports media produced
Caution
by IBM, HP, Fuji, Maxell, Sony, or TDK.
Before using media other than those listed as supported above, contact
SpectraGuard Technical support to understand the risk associated with use of
unsupported media.
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Use the Save Library Configuration advanced utility to save the updated
library configuration data to a USB storage device and also email the
updated library configuration data to a pre-configured mail recipient.
See Back Up the Library Configuration on page 88
The partition wizard prompts you to save the library configuration
whenever you create or modify a partition. You can choose to save the
updated library configuration data to a USB storage device or email it
to a pre-configured mail recipient. See
Management for detailed information about creating and modifying
partitions.
Note: Do not attempt to install tape drives purchased from other
vendors in the Spectra T50e library. The tape drives used in the
library are specifically configured for use in the library. Use only
tape drives you have purchased from Spectra Logic.
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