IBM xSeries 260, User Manual

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Front View of the 8mm Tape Drive
1 Disturbance (amber)
2 Ready (green)
3 Activity (green)
4 Status lights
5 LCD display
6
Tape drive door
7 Unload button
Operating Recommendations
Attention: Be sure to read “Handling Static–Sensitive Devices” on page 4-2 before
you remove the 8mm Tape Drive from its anti-static bag or any time you handle it.
For optimum performance, always follow the recommendations listed below:
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Handle the drive carefully and by its external metal chassis. Keep your hands
away from the printed circuit boards, components, and printed circuit (flex)
cables.
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If possible, work on a cushioned surface, and do not drop the tape drive onto the
work surface.
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If you move the tape drive to an environment that is colder or warmer than its
previous environment, keep the drive in its package and allow the package to
reach the current room temperature. This prevents potential data loss or
damage to the tape drive. Allow one hour of acclimation for each 10 degrees C
(18 degrees F) difference between the ship or storage temperature and the room
temperature.
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Use only high-quality data grade 8mm tape cartridges recommended by the
manufacturer (see “Obtaining Additional Tape Cartridges” on page 2-26).
Chapter 2. Using the System Unit
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