3.If the drive does not become ready, and no messages are displayed, call your service representative. If a FID or ATTN message appears on the message display, record the code message and see “FID or ATTN on the Message Display” on page 73.
Leader Block Detaches from the Tape
Figure 18 shows a cartridge with a detached leader block.
Figure 18. Tape cartridge with a Detached Leader Block |
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Leader Block |
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Replace the leader block | on the magnetic tape | by using the materials |
in the leader block repair kit (see “Tape Supplies” on page 89). The procedure to reattach the leader block is in “Leader Block Replacement” on page 90. The leader block may be stuck in the threading mechanism.
Notes:
1.The replacement leader block must be an exact replacement for either the High Performance Cartridge Tape or the Extended High Performance Cartridge Tape.
2.Use care in aligning the tape leader, the insert, and the leader block to ensure proper loading of the repaired cartridge.
If the leader block does not come out of the drive when you remove the cartridge, do not use the drive.
743590 Operator Guide
