Handle the LTO tape cartridge carefully
Handle the LTO tape cartridges carefully to ensure they do not get damaged.
v Do not drop the LTO tape cartridge. If the cartridge drops, slide the cartridge
door back and ensure that the leader pin is properly positioned in the
pin-retaining spring clips. If the leader pin has become dislodged, perform the
procedure to reposition it.
v Do not handle tape that is outside the cartridge. Handling the tape can damage
the tape's surface or edges, which may interfere with read or write reliability.
Pulling on tape that is outside the cartridge can damage the tape and the brake
mechanism in the cartridge.
v Do not stack more than six cartridges.
v Do not degauss a cartridge that you intend to reuse. Degaussing makes the tape
unusable.
Examples of problems with LTO tape cartridges
Occasionally you might encounter a problem with an LTO tape cartridge. If you
do, you can try to resolve the problem and avoid any data loss.
Example: Split cartridge case
The cartridge's case is damaged. There is a high possibility of media damage and
potential loss. Perform the following steps to determine the cause and recover
data:
1. Look for cartridge mishandling.
2. Use the IBM Leader Pin Reattachment Kit (part number 08L9129) to correctly
position the pin. Then, immediately use data recovery procedures to minimize
chances of data loss.
3. Review media-handling procedures.
Example: Improper placement of leader pin
Figure 34. Gap in cartridge seam
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