Sun Microsystems 280R manual About the Tape Drive and Tape Cartridges, Thermal Conditioning

About the Tape Drive and Tape Cartridges

There are a number of different tape drives offered by Sun Microsystems for your system. The system only supports one storage device installed into the internal drive bay, and you cannot install an internal DVD drive and an internal tape drive in the same bay. Each tape drive is shipped with a specification sheet that contains the following information:

■Type of cartridges that can be used with the drive

■Cartridge storage capacity

■Handling and storage information

■Physical characteristics

■Power requirements

■Cleaning instructions

■Description of controls, indicators, and jumper setting

Handling and Storing Tape Cartridges

The following general handling and storage information applies to cartridges for any of the tape drives offered for your system:

■Keep cartridges away from anything magnetic.

■Store cartridges in a dust-free environment.

■Keep cartridges away from direct sunlight and sources of heat, cold, or humidity. Constant room temperature and 50% humidity is recommended.

■Do not touch the surface of the tape.

Thermal Conditioning

To ensure proper thermal conditioning, keep the tape cartridge at the same temperature as the drive for 24 hours. This applies to cartridges for any of the tape drives offered for your system.

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