Chapter 5 Using and Servicing Internal Storage Devices 149
About the Tape Drive and TapeCartridges
There are a number of differenttape 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:
■Typeof 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
forany 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 directsunlight and sourcesof heat, cold, or humidity.
Constant room temperature and 50% humidity is recommended.
■Do not touch the surface of the tape.

Thermal Conditioning

Toensure 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.