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Cartridge Care A-1
ACartridge Care
StorageTek T10000 tape cartridges require care to ensure proper operation and
longevity. This appendix provides:
■ Information for storing and handling cartridges
■ Instructions for unpacking cartridges or for shipping them to another site
■ Information to follow when a cartridge is dropped
Note: In this chapter, data cartridge refers to all data cartridges:
Standard data, Sport data, VolSafe data, and Sport VolSafe.
See "Library Use Cartridge Labels" on page B-1 for information regarding cartridge
labels, particularly those cartridges used inside a library.
Storage Environment
Always store cartridges in an environment within the specified range of temperature
and humidity (see "Tape Cartridge Environmental Requirements" on page E-6). When
you store cartridges, follow these recommendations:
■ Do not take data cartridges out of their protective wrapping until you need them.
■ Store cartridges in a dirt-free environment that, if possible, duplicates the
conditions of the data processing center.
■ Before you use a cartridge that has been in storage, acclimate it to the operating
environment for at least 72 hours.
Guidelines for Handling
Caution: Tape Damage: Cartridges are easily damaged and you
must handle them carefully.
■ Do not expose the tape or cartridge to direct sunlight or moisture.
■ Do not expose a data cartridge to magnetic fields.
■ Maintain clean operating, working, and storage environments.
Note: See Appendix F, "Controlling Contaminants" for details.
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