IBM 110 GB SDLT, User Manual

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Setting write protection on the cartridge
The front of the cartridge has an orange write-protect indicator
1
, and a
write-protect switch
2
to prevent accidental erasure. Slide the switch to the
right to disable write-protect
3
or to the left to enable write-protect
4
. You
can change the write-protect switch before or after inserting the tape. If you
change the write-protect switch while the tape is inserted, there is a delay of a
few seconds before the write protect indicator on the tape drive changes.
Resetting the drive
The reset procedure rewinds the tape and clears the buffer of previous tape
drive commands and data. To reset the tape drive, press the
Unload button, or
turn the computer off and back on again.
If you reset the tape drive while a cartridge is loaded, the tape rewinds to the
beginning. The reset might take as long as two minutes if the tape is
positioned near the end. After the drive has been reset, tape operation starts
from the beginning of the data cartridge. After resetting the drive, restart your
backup tape software.
Packaging the drive for shipping
If you are shipping the tape drive to another location or returning it for repair,
pack the tape drive in its original shipping container and packing materials.
Attention: To avoid damaging the tape drive, use the original shipping materials
when you ship it. Your proof of purchase might be required to receive warranty service.
If you are returning the tape drive for service, remove and keep all cartridges, cables,
and terminators.
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