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The best storage container for the cartridges (until they are opened) is the original shipping container. The plastic wrapping prevents dirt from accumulating on the cartridges and partially protects them from humidity changes.

When you ship a cartridge, place it in its jewel case or in a sealed, moisture-proof bag to protect it from moisture, contaminants, and physical damage. Ship the cartridge in a shipping container that has enough packing material to cushion the cartridge and prevent it from moving within the container.

Table 6-3gives the environment for operating, storing, and shipping LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridges.

Table 6-3. Environment for operating, storing, and shipping the LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridge

		Environmental Specifications
Environmental Factor	Operating	Operational Storage1	Archival Storage2	Shipping
Temperature	10 to 45°C(50 to	16 to 32°C(61 to 90°F)	16 to 25°C(61 to 77°F)	-23 to 49°C(-9 to
	113°F)			120°F)
Relative humidity	10 to 80%	20 to 80%	20 to 50%	5 to 80%
(non-condensing)
Maximum wet bulb	26°C(79°F)	26°C(79°F)	26°C(79°F)	26°C(79°F)
temperature

Note:

1. The short term or operational storage environment is for storage durations of up to six months.

2. The long term or archival storage environment is for durations of six months up to ten years.

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