Quantum Instruments DLT 7000 - Manual (Page 300)

Appendix D: The Tape Cartridge
D-8 Quantum DLT 7000 Tape Drive
8. Finally, check for proper operation of the tape cartridge’s write-protect
switch (Figure D-5). This sliding switch, located on the end of the tape
cartridge used for the tape label, should snap smartly back and forth,
and the orange tab should be visible when the tape cartridge is set to
provide write protection (data on the tape cannot be written over).
Figure D-5 Write-Protect Switch on Tape Cartridge
By following general handling procedures, conducting careful visual inspections of
tape cartridges on a regular, ongoing basis, and making sure that tape cartridges
are stored within their environmental limits, you will greatly reduce any chance
that you will experience problems with your tape cartridges or cause damage to
your DLT tape system. Respect your media as much as you do your data.
D.3 TAPE CARTRIDGE WRITE-PROTECT SWITCH
Each tape cartridge has a write-protect switch that can be used to prevent
accidental erasure of data. Before inserting the tape cartridge into the tape drive,
position the write-protect switch on the front of the cartridge (Figure D-5):
• Move the write-protect switch to the left to enable write protection (existing
data on the tape cannot be overwritten, nor can additional data be appended
to the media).
When the write-protect switch is moved to the left, a small orange rectangle
is visible. This indicates that data cannot be written to the tape.
ENABLE
WRITE-PROTECTION
DISABLE
WRITE-PROTECTION