Tandberg Data 600 manual Figure B-4. Opening the DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Door

SDLT 600 Product Manual Appendix B: DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge

7.Once again, look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in Figure B-4.

Tab in the door pivot notch

Figure B-4.Opening the DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge Door

8.On the right side corner of the data cartridge is a small tab in a cut-out portion (the door pivot notch) of the data cartridge. Using your thumb, gently lift up on the tab and swing the door open as shown in Figure B-4.

9.Look at the end of the data cartridge, holding it as shown in Figure B-5. Use care that you do not touch the tape leader.

Data Cartridge Tape Leader Loop Media

Figure B-5.End View of DLTtape VS1 Data Cartridge (Tape Leader Loop in its Correct Position)

10.Inside the door, you will see the media and tape leader loop. The loop should stick up about an eighth of an inch when viewed from the edge; the loop must be a closed loop.

11.Examine the visible tape leader to ensure it is in the correct position as shown in Figure B-5. If the loop is torn, bent, pulled in, or not sticking up about an eighth of an inch, do not use the data cartridge.

12.Examine the tape leader for any excessive debris, oily or sticky residue, condensed droplets of moisture, or any other signs of contamination.

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