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The leader pin is misaligned. Perform the following steps to determine the cause
and recover data:
1. Look for cartridge damage.
2. Use the IBM Leader Pin Reattachment Kit (part number 08L9129) to correctly
position the pin. Then, immediately use data recovery procedures to minimize
chances of data loss.
Repositioning or reattaching a leader pin in an LTO tape
cartridge
Use the following procedures to move a leader pin into its proper position in an
LTO tape cartridge, or to reattach the pin if it has separated from the tape.
If the leader pin in your LTO tape cartridge becomes dislodged from its
pin-retaining spring clips or detaches from the tape, you must use the IBM Leader
Pin Reattachment Kit (part number 08L9129) to reposition or reattach it. Do not
reattach the pin if you must remove more than 7 meters (23 feet) of leader tape.
If you see this
symbol: Take this action:
Attention: Use a repaired tape cartridge only to recover data and move
it to another cartridge. Continued use of a repaired cartridge might void
the warranties of the drive and the cartridge.
Repositioning a leader pin in an LTO tape cartridge
Before you begin
To place the leader pin in its proper position, you will need the following tools:
v
Plastic or blunt-end tweezers
v
Cartridge manual rewind tool (from Leader Pin Reattachment Kit, part number
08L9129)
About this task
A leader pin that is improperly positioned inside an LTO tape cartridge can
interfere with the operation of the drive. Figure 35 on page 127 shows a leader pin
in the incorrect
▌1▐
and correct
▌2▐
positions.
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