User's Guide

Data Cartridge Inspection Procedure
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2 Check for loose debris attached to the shell, and for other
contamination (oily, slimy, or sticky substances) that may have built
up on the surface of the shell.
3 Check the data cartridge for any obvious cracks or other physical
damage to the shell. Rotate the data cartridge in your hands, looking
for broken or missing parts.
4 Grasp the data cartridge to view the bottom as shown in figure 15
.
(The media access door is on the top edge and the write protect
switches are on the bottom edge.)
Figure 15 Bottom View of
Super DLTtape II Data
Cartridge
5 See figure 16 and check the reel lock openings to ensure the small
plastic tabs inside are partially visible. The reel locks are black. The
reel locks can break if you drop the data cartridge. If the reel lock tabs
are not visible, do not use the data cartridge.
Spring-loaded Hub
Reel Lock