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Chapter 3. Using the RDX drive
This chapter provides information about using the RDX drive. For information on
using the backup software and utility software, see the software documentation that
comes with your drive.
Ordering additional cartridges
To order additional cartridges, contact your IBM marketing representative or
authorized reseller, go to http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/storage/tape/entry/x.html,
or complete the following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure
might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/storage/tape/.
2. Under Entry tape systems, click View all entry-level tape systems.
3. Under the Web page title, click System x.
4. Under the RDX drive, click Browse and buy.
Working with cartridges
This section provides information about working with cartridges.
Handling a cartridge
Follow these guidelines carefully to prevent damage to an RDX cartridge:
v Store cartridges in their protective cases when you are not using them.
v Do not stack cartridges.
v Do not allow cartridges to get wet.
v Do not expose cartridges to excessive dust and airborne particles.
v Do not open cartridges.
v Keep cartridges away from direct sunlight, heat sources, extreme temperatures,
and rapid changes in temperature.
v Never force a cartridge into a drive. Before you insert a cartridge, check the
orientation and make sure that the alignment is correct, using the keyed corner
as a guide.
Inserting a cartridge
Note: The data cartridge cannot be inserted upside down or backwards.
To insert a cartridge into the drive, place the cartridge into the drive opening
through the protective door and slowly push it until it seats firmly in the drive. The
cartridge makes a clicking sound when it is seated. The LED on the drive flashes
while the operating system accesses the drive.
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