Quantum Audio A-Series Manuel D’Utilisation

Using Data Cartridges for the LTO-3A

Quantum A-Series Tape Drives User’s Guide

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Using Data Cartridges for the LTO-3A

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To load an Ultrium tape cartridge into the A-Series LTO-3A tape drive, 

gently insert the cartridge into the slot:

• Push the cartridge further into the drive until the drive senses the 

cartridge and automatically completes the load operation.

Please refer to 

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To unload an Ultrium tape cartridge from the A-Series LTO-3A tape 

drive, either:

• Use a library or host command to unload the tape.
• Press the load/unload button on the front panel of the drive.

Please refer to 

If you move the 

write-protect 

switch from its 

left (enabled) 

position to its 

right (disabled) 

position

Not Visible

The data cartridge becomes 

write-enabled after a variable 

amount of seconds.

After you press the load/unload button, several 

minutes can elapse before the drive ejects the 

cartridge. Do not power down the tape drive or the 

host computer until the drive has completely ejected 

the cartridge.