Spectra Logic 2K - Manual (Page 43)

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5 Using the AIT Tape Drives
The Sony AIT tape drive is a high-performance, low-maintenance tape drive. Using the
AIT tape drives requires:
• Getting to Know the AIT Tape Drive
• Getting Information From the Drive LEDs
• Maintaining the AIT Tape Drive
Getting to Know the AIT Tape Drive
The AIT tape drive has an internal, variable-speed fan that cools the baseplate and
other drive components without introducing airborne dust into the tape path. The fan,
visible from the outside of the library, is also a critical part of the drive-cooling
mechanism.
For further information about AIT tapes and tape drives, see Sony AIT Tape
Specifications on page 74.
Figure 5-1 An AIT drive in a drive sled.
Tape door
Eject button
LEDs
Drive sled