Tape Cartridge Usage
c.For DLTtapes: hold the tape cartridge so that the end that is inserted into the tape drive is facing you. On the left side of the tape cartridge you should see a small plastic tab. This is the left reel lock and can break if the cartridge is dropped. If you cannot see the tab, do not use the cartridge.
d.For DLTtapes: Do not use the cartridge if you see any of the following conditions:
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Figure 48: DLTtape faulty leader situations
1Swallowed leader - leader is completely wound around into the cartridge, leaving no loop for the buckling link to catch.
2Torn leader loop - if the loop gets ripped to create an opening, the buckling link will fail to grab the loop and thus not transport the tape into the drive.
3Creased leader loop - the loop is stuck and the cartridge leader cannot unwind into the drive. As the drive leader’s buckling link engages the cartridge leader loop, it can detach the loop and drag it into the drive causing damage.
e.For DLTtapes: look at the bottom of the tape cartridge. The bottom reel lock is located in the lower right corner and can break if the cartridge is dropped. If you cannot see the tab, do not use the cartridge.
Note: On the DLTtape cartridge, the reel lock is white and easy to see.
5. Check for proper operation of the tape cartridge
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