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IMPORTANT
Misusing and misunderstanding bar code technology can result in
backup and restore failures. Use only high quality labels. Self-printed
labels are not recommended as they are often a source of barcode
reading issues.
LTO tape cartridges have a recessed area located on the face of the cartridge next to the write-protect
switch. Use this area for attaching the adhesive-backed bar code label. Only apply labels as shown:
!
IMPORTANT
The bar code label should only be applied as shown, with the
alphanumeric portion facing the hub side of the tape cartridge. Never
apply multiple labels onto a cartridge because extra labels can cause the
cartridge to jam in a tape drive.
Write Protecting Tape Cartridges
All rewriteable data cartridges have a write-protect switch to prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of
data. Before loading a cartridge into the device, make sure the write-protect switch on the front of the
cartridge is in the desired position.
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Slide the switch to the left to allow the device to write data to the cartridge.
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Slide the switch to the right to write-protect the cartridge. An indicator, such as a red mark or small
padlock, is visible showing that the cartridge is write-protected.
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Insertion Arrow
2
Barcode Label
3
Write-Protect Switch
4
Write-Protected
5
Write-Enabled
