IBM System Storage TS2900, Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

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Chapter 5. Media
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Figure 5-5. Tape cartridges in a Turtlecase
• Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a box
or package.
• If you ship the cartridge in a cardboard box or a box of a sturdy material, ensure
the following:
– Place the cartridge in polyethylene plastic wrap or bags to protect it from dust,
moisture, and other contaminants.
– Pack the cartridge snugly; do not allow it to move around.
– Double-box the cartridge (place it inside a box, then place that box inside the
shipping box) and add padding between the two boxes (see Figure 5-6).
Figure 5-6. Double-boxing tape cartridges for shipping
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