Руководство Пользователя для Spectra Logic nastape 100

Chapter 7.  NAStape 200 Tape Drives and Media

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Super DLTtape I cartridges are engineered to be reliable, robust, and durable. They are 
manufactured to withstand 1,000,000 passes, and have a shelf life of 30 years. For best 
results, follow these guidelines for media care:

• Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture, and magnetic fields.

• Keep media in protective cases at all times.

• Store cartridges vertically when not in use.

• Use the sliding labels provided. Do not use adhesive labels and do not write on the 

cartridge.

• Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dust and oils from your skin contaminate the 

tape and affect performance.

• If you drop a cartridge, perform a visual media inspection before inserting it into 

the drive.

The safety of your data relies on proper care and handling of 
media cartridges.

Refer to the environmental specifications provided in the plastic 
cartridge case, or in Appendix A. Specifications  on page 71, for 
detailed media information.

Improper media handling is the primary reason for tape drive problems. Mishandled 
and damaged cartridges lead to damaged drives. If the cartridge does not pass the 
following criteria, do not use it.

To inspect a cartridge:

Inspect the exterior of the cartridge for physical damage, cracks, or broken 
parts.

Gently shake the cartridge. Listen for rattling of loose pieces.

Check to make sure that both reel locks on the cartridge are visible. One reel 
lock is located on the end of the cartridge that is inserted into the drive. The 
other is on the bottom of the cartridge.

Confirm that the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is centered. 
Press the hub to ensure that the spring is functioning properly.

Verify that the orange write-protect switch is enabled and undamaged.