HP SL500 (M852x) manual Cartridge Information, Handle Cartridges, Inspect Cartridges

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4 Cartridge Information

This section includes:

Handle Cartridges	4-1
Inspect Cartridges	4-1
Maintain Cartridges	4-2
Ultrium Cartridges	4-3

Handle Cartridges

Improper handling of cartridges can result in loss of data or damage to a tape library component.

To handle a cartridge correctly:

•Make sure the leader is latched every time you pick up a cartridge.

•Keep cartridges clean.

•Inspect a cartridge before each use, and never put a damaged cartridge into a tape drive or tape library.

•Never pull tape from a cartridge.

•Never open a cartridge.

•Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge; the tape edge might be damaged.

•Do not expose the tape or cartridge to direct sunlight or moisture.

•Do not expose a recorded cartridge to magnetic fields; this might destroy data on the tape.

Inspect Cartridges

A defective or dirty cartridge can damage a tape drive. Always inspect a cartridge before you insert it into a tape drive or a tape library. Look for:

•Cracked or broken cartridge

•Broken leader

•Broken leader latch

•Damaged write-protect switch

•Liquid in the cartridge

•Labels not firmly or neatly attached or extending over the cartridge edge

•Any other obvious damage

SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s Guide—541531-006

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Contents Product Version Supported Release Version Updates RVUs AbstractPart Number Published Document History Part Number Product Version Published Overview of the Tape Library SL500 M852x Tape Library Installation and User’s GuideCartridge Information Tables FiguresContents Manual Information What’s New in This ManualNew and Changed Information Document HistoryPage Notation Conventions About This ManualHypertext Links Change Bar NotationViii This section includes Overview of the Tape LibraryFront View of Tape Library Components Views and LocationsBack View of Tape Library Components Physical Configurations Base Module Slots Slots Locations for Firmware Slot Mapping Slots Locations for Scsi Element Numbering Mapping Slot Capacity for Back Wall of Cartridge Expansion Module Capacities CAP Robotics Unit Robotics Components Hand Assembly Fans ElectronicsRLC Card Interface CardsPower System Cartridge Access PortCAP Condition Specification Performance LTO Generation 3 SpecificationsSupported Tape Drives LTO UltriumCards and Power Supply Safety FeaturesAudit of Tape Library Robotics10. Tape Library Interfaces Locations InterfacesControls and Indicators Power SwitchKeypad Buttons and Indicators Buttons/Indicators Description Keypad Buttons and IndicatorsIndicator ButtonPage Opening the Front Door With Power Automated ModeSecuring the Front Door With Power Library OperationSliding a Magazine Into a CAP Powering Off the Tape Library Powering On the Tape LibraryOpening the Front Door Without Power Manual ModeDoor Locking Lever Extended Securing the Front Door Without PowerInsert Cartridges Into Slots Locate and Remove CartridgeInserting Cartridges Into Slots Inserting Cartridge Into Tape Drive Inserting a Cartridge Into a Tape DriveLocation of Unload Button Removing a Cartridge From a Tape DriveRemoving a Cartridge From the Gripper Assembly Manual Release Screw Replacing a Cleaning CartridgePage Cartridge Information Handle CartridgesInspect Cartridges Maintain Cartridges Ultrium Cartridges Apply Cartridge LabelsValid Labels Label Type of Cartridge LTO Cartridge CodesUltrium Cartridge Label Write-Protect Switch Setting the Write-Protect SwitchSpecification L3 Cartridge L2 Cartridge L1 Cartridge LTO Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 3 Cartridge SpecificationsPage Supported Connections Adding the Control Path and the Data PathServerNet/DA To add the data path PMF CRU PMF CRU Adding the Control Path and Data Path Supported ConnectionTo add the data path SCF, issue this command Configuration Overview Series Rear View System Configuration Example Fiber-opticAdding the Control Path and Data Path Page Figure A-1. Library and Rack Dimensions SpecificationsFigure A-2. Tape Library and Rack Dimensions Table A-1. Library Component Weights Tape Library Components WeightsTable A-2. Library Environment Specifications Tape Library EnvironmentPower Cord Numbers and Receptacles PowerTable A-3. Power Cord and Receptacles Table A-4. Non-Country-Specific CordsInstalling the Power Cords Figure A-3. Power Cabling Power Specifications Table A-5. Power for Library Without Tape DrivesTable A-6. Power for Base Unit and Two LTO Tape Drives Page Regulatory Compliance Statements Safety and ComplianceFCC Compliance Canadian ComplianceStatements-2 Laser Compliance European Union NoticeSafety Caution High Leakage Current Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WeeeSafety