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Chapter 3 Cartridges
Cartridge Handling and Storage Guidelines
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Use only the slide-in labels provided with each cartridge or slide-in
bar code labels designed for use with DLT media. Slide labels into the
label slot on the cartridge (see figure 6). Never apply adhesive labels
or “sticky” notes on the top, side, or bottom of tape cartridges, and do
not write on the cartridge.
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Do not write on the labels with debris-producing writing
instruments, such as graphite pencils and water-soluble felt pens.
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Other than the bar code label, ensure that nothing else is stuck to the
cartridge before inserting it into the tape drive. Loose labels and other
materials can cling to the bottom of the cartridge and get stuck in the
tape drive.
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Leave unused labels attached to the printed material (called the
u-card) within the cartridge case.
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Store any loose labels or other materials that are smaller than 4.5 x 4.5
inches (114.3 x 114.3 mm) separate from the cartridge. A loose label or
piece of paper accidentally inserted into the tape drive along with a
cartridge can prevent the hub reel and tape drive gear from meshing.
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Never touch the tape or media leader. Dust and oils from your skin
contaminate the tape and affect performance.
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Avoid unnecessarily opening the cartridge media access door (see
figure 9). This may expose the media to contamination or physical
damage.
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Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, direct sunlight,
dust, smoke, and magnetic fields. Devices that may produce
magnetic fields, such as computer monitors, motors, or video
equipment can alter or erase data on the media.
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Observe the proper temperature and humidity conditions for
operating and storing cartridges as follows:
Temperature
Operating
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)
Storage (with data)
18 °C to 28°C (64 °F to 82 °F)
Humidity
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Operating
20% to 80% non-condensing
Storage (with data)
40% to 60% non-condensing
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