User manual QUANTUM CAREHANDLING

[. . . ] You can change the position of the write protect switch at any time. Buckles with drive leader to pull media from cartridge. DLTtape cartridges (Mylar loop) Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with metal pin) 2 Reel Lock 2 1 DLTtape and Super DLTtape Super DLTtape Write protected ­ slide switch down toward label area. Orange indicator should be displayed. 1 4 Prevents media reel in the cartridge from spinning when the cartridge is not loaded in a drive. [. . . ] · Allow cartridge 24 hours to adjust to the present operating temperature and humidity before use. · If cartridge appears usable Transfer data to a new cartridge and discard the old one. ·The usage or durability of your media is influenced by its care and handling as described in this document. ·Many of the newer drives monitor the usage of the media and will alert you as to when to replace a cartridge. Refer to your drive documentation for available alerts or software utilities. ·The table below shows the usage specification for each media type. The actual amount can vary depending on drive wear, environmental factors and media handling. Proper Storage Conditions Media Type DLTtape Super DLTtape Ultrium LTO Travan Media Type Full Tape Uses Specification Up to 200 Up to 260 Up to 260 Up to 100 Up to 75 Media Use Non-archival Storage Archive Storage (for one or more years) Proper Conditions · Between 60°F and 90°F (16°C and 32°C) · Between 20% and 80% relative humidity · Between 73°F±9°F (23°C±5°C) · Between 40% and 60% relative humidity · Between 41°F and 90°F (5°C and 32°C) · Between 20% and 60% relative humidity · Between 73°F±9°F (23°C±5°C) · Between 40% and 60% relative humidity DLT, DLT VS, DLT-V Super DLT, DLT-S LTO Ultrium DAT/DDS Travan DAT/DDS Non-archival Storage Archive Storage (for one or more years) 2 Media Care Overview Media Care Guide www. quantum. com 2. 1 Media Care Overview Labeling Your Cartridge Proper Labeling Media Type Label Location · Use the Quantum provided labels with your cartridge. · To avoid drive/cartridge damage, make sure only one label is stuck to the designated label area of the cartridge. Never use a grease pencil to write on the label or write directly on cartridge. DLTtape & Super DLTtape Slide label ONLY into molded track on the back of the cartridge Ultrium LTO Stick one label ONLY in the indented area on the back of the cartridge DAT/DDS Stick one label in the indented area on the back and/or top of the cartridge Travan Stick one label in the indented area on the back and/or top of the cartridge 2. 1 Media Care Overview Media Care Guide www. quantum. com 3 Visual Inspection When To Perform a Visual Inspection · Best practices: Each time a tape is loaded or changed. · When a tape cartridge is dropped or subjected to a hard physical shock. · If a drive error occurs, inspect the current and previous cartridge used in that drive. How To Perform a Visual Inspection · Go through all inspection steps in Group 1, 2 and 3 (see following pages). · If issues are found in Group 1 only and no issues found in Groups 2 or 3 then use cartridge with caution. · Consider copying the data onto a new cartridge and retiring the old cartridge. · If any issues are found in Group 2 or 3, then retire the media and use a different cartridge. Protective Case Inspection (All Media Types) Case Inspect the protective case for cracks, chips, distortion, or other signs of damage. 3 Visual Inspection Media Care Guide www. quantum. com 3. 1 Visual Inspection Visual Inspection DLTtape and Super DLTtape External Cartridge Inspection Cartridge Inspect the exterior of the cartridge for chips, cracks, dents or missing screws. Gently shake the cartridge, listening for rattles or loose pieces. Cartridge Hub Confirm that the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is centered. Operation of the reel locks may release the hub and re-center. Write Protection Switch Move the switch. It should be able to snap into write-protected mode and write-enabled mode. Reel Locks Check that both reel locks are visible. The reel locks should spring back when released. Cartridge Door Ensure the door is movable and that the spring is present. 3. 1 Visual Inspection Media Care Guide www. quantum. com 3. 2 Visual Inspection Visual Inspection Ultrium LTO External Cartridge Inspection Cartridge Inspect the exterior of the cartridge for chips, cracks, dents or missing screws. [. . . ] · Don't stack cartridges horizontally. Handling · Handle cartridges with great care. · Use the right label for your cartridge. Handling · Don't touch the media or leader with bare fingers. · Don't disassemble cartridges. Usage · Inspect cartridges prior to each use. [. . . ]