Dell PowerVault 132T LTO/SDLT (Tape Library) User Manual
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Dell PowerVault DLT, VS, and SDLT Media Handbook Version 2.0
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Media Do's and Do Not's
The following should be done when handling media.
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Store cartridges in their protective cases.
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Handle cartridges with great care.
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Store cartridges vertically.
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Align cartridges so the grooves interlock.
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Inspect cartridges prior to each use.
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Unload cartridges prior to powering down the drive.
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Allow a 24-hour conditioning period to the operating temperature and humidity before using
new or stored cartridges.
The following should not be done when handling media.
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Touch the media or leader with bare fingers.
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Use pens or pencils during cartridge inspection.
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Drop cartridge.
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Stack cartridges horizontally.
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Disassemble cartridges.
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Use adhesive labels.
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Ship cartridges in drive.
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Store near magnetic fields (for example, speakers, monitors, electric motors, power supplies,
and so forth).
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Use a cartridge that fell from 3 ft or higher.