Tape Drive Operation
Cleaning the tape drives
You should clean a tape drive whenever the library displays “Drive needs cleaning” on the Main Screen of the LCD or whenever your application software notifies you. (Not all software applications display cleaning requirements.) Regular cleaning helps ensure that the tape drives function reliably.
Note: Some applications monitor the tape drives’ cleaning needs and automatically insert the cleaning cartridge in the drive whenever it needs cleaning. If this is the case, you can skip the cleaning instructions in this section.
Selecting cleaning cartridges
If you are using Exabyte Mammoth tape drives, use an Exabyte Mammoth Cleaning Cartridge or a cleaning cartridge approved by Exabyte for use with Mammoth.
If you are using Eliant 820 tape drives, use an Exabyte Premium 8mm Cleaning Cartridge, or a cleaning cartridge approved by Exabyte for use with the Eliant 820 tape drive.
To order cleaning cartridges, contact Exabyte (see page 10).
CAUTION
Use only cleaning cartridges approved by Exabyte for your tape drive. Using cloth swabs, cotton swabs, cleaning agents, or cleaning cartridges not approved by Exabyte may void the tape drive warranty.
Installation and Operation | 85 |
