Users Guide

contains current data and is eligible to become a scratch (blank) data cartridge. Do not write-protect
scratch (blank) cartridges; the tape drive will not be able to write new data to them.
If you must manually set the write-protect switch, slide it left or right to the desired position.
Table 37. Location of the write-protect switch
▌1▐ Write-Protect Switch
Handling the Cartridges
Attention: Do not insert a damaged tape cartridge into the drive. A damaged cartridge can interfere
with the reliability of a drive and may void the warranties of the drive and the cartridge. Before inserting
a tape cartridge, inspect the cartridge case, cartridge door, and write-protect switch for breaks.
Incorrect handling or an incorrect environment can damage cartridges or their magnetic tape. To avoid
damage to your tape cartridges and to ensure the continued high reliability of your LTO Ultrium Tape
Drives, use the following guidelines:
Provide Training
v Post procedures that describe proper media handling in places where people gather.
v Ensure that anyone who handles tape has been properly trained in handling and shipping procedures.
This includes operators, users, programmers, archival services, and shipping personnel.
v Ensure that any service or contract personnel who perform archiving are properly trained in
media-handling procedures.
v Include media-handling procedures as part of any services contract.
v Define and make personnel aware of data recovery procedures.
Ensure Proper Packaging
v When shipping a cartridge, use the original or better packaging.
v Always ship or store a cartridge in a jewel case.
v Use only a recommended shipping container that securely holds the cartridge in its jewel case during
transportation.
v Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a box or package.
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Figure 127. Setting the write-protect switch
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