3

Operating the Cartridge Tape Drive

This chapter describes how to operate the 8505 8mm Cartridge Tape Drive. It also includes information about using a data cartridge.

This chapter includes information about the following topics:

∙How to use the tape drive operator controls and indicators, including a table showing how the LEDs represent the drive’s operating states

∙How to set the write-protect switch on the data cartridge

∙How to load and unload data cartridges

3.1Location of Controls and Indicators

Figure 3–1 shows the controls and indicators on the front panel of the StorageWorks 8505 8mm Cartridge Tape Drive.

Figure 3–1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Order Number: EK–STWCT–UG. E01

3–1