HP Integrity NonStop J-Series - Manual (Page 24)

Operating the Tape Drive
M8609A Tabletop Tape Drive Installation and User’s Guide— 546013-002
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Maintain Cartridges
Maintain Cartridges
It is important to keep your tape cartridges in good condition. A defective or dirty
cartridge can damage a tape drive.
When you store a cartridge:
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Leave it in its protective wrapping until you are ready to use it.
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Choose a clean environment that duplicates the conditions of the room in which it
is used.
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Make sure the cartridge has been in its operating environment for at least 24
hours.
When you clean a cartridge exterior:
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Wipe all dust, dirt, and moisture from the cartridge with a lint-free cloth.
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Use cleaning wipes that are saturated with isopropyl alcohol. Do not let any
solution touch the tape or get inside the cartridge.
Caution. Do not use certain solvents to remove labels or to clean cartridges because they can
damage the cartridges. Do not use acetone, trichloroethane, toluene, xylene, benzene, ketone,
methylethyl ketone, methylene chloride, ethyldichloride, esters, ethyl acetate, or similar
chemicals.