Preparing the Library for Operation
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stopped moving. The off-line state does not take effect until current commands are
completed.
c. Make sure you are properly grounded and free from electrostatic discharge.
d. Using the key from the Accessory Kit, unlock the front door.
e. Lift the door handle straight up and then turn the handle counterclockwise to
unlatch the door.
f. Gently pull on the door handle to open the door.
2. Press the
Unload
button on the tape drive (
1
Figure 2-9). When you press the
Unload
button, the tape cartridge rewinds. This might take between 10 to 120 seconds. When
the rewind process completes, the Operate Handle indicator comes on.
Figure 2-9. DLT tape drive front bezel
3. When the Operate Handle indicator (
3
Figure 2-9) comes on, with one hand, place
your thumb approximately one-half inch from the tape and then slowly raise the
insert/release handle (
2
Figure 2-9) to eject the tape cartridge.
4. Pause for five seconds, then grasp the tape cartridge and slowly pull it half way out of
the drive.
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