IBM T400F manual Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge, Removing the Cartridge

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Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge

Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge

If problem-determination procedures identify the Ultrium 2 Tape Drive as the source of a problem, you can optionally perform one of the following:

vReplace the entire unit. For more information, contact your OEM Product Application Engineer (PAE).

vManually remove the cartridge (see “Removing the Cartridge”).

vIf you are unable to manually remove the cartridge, contact trained service personnel for assistance. Refer the service personnel to the instructions in “Fixing an Internal Jam” on page 88.

Attention:

If you are not a trained service person, do not attempt to open the drive for repairs. Attempting a repair other than the manual removal of a tape cartridge will void your warranty.

Removing the Cartridge

If a tape cartridge fails to eject from the Ultrium 2 Tape Drive, you can manually remove the cartridge. The following tools are required for the procedure:

v2.5-mm allen wrench

vSmall-blade screwdriver or potentiometer-setting tool

v2-mm hex wrench

v#3 Phillips screwdriver

vNeedle-nose pliers

vFlashlight (optional)

Attention: Before performing this procedure, note the following:

vEnsure that you have attempted all normal methods of removing the tape cartridge from the drive. Refer to “Removing a Tape Cartridge” on page 35 and the troubleshooting tips in Table 13 on page 65.

vThis procedure may damage the stuck tape cartridge. If you use this procedure, copy the data from the stuck cartridge to another cartridge. If you choose to reuse the stuck cartridge, refer to the instructions in “Repositioning or Reattaching a Leader Pin” on page 55. If you believe the cartridge has been damaged, replace it.

vDo not use a power screwdriver to perform this procedure because it can destroy the tape.

vNever touch the head or electronic components within the drive. Touching may cause contamination or damage by electrostatic discharge.

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IBM T400F manual Manually Removing a Tape Cartridge, Removing the Cartridge