IBM xSeries 260, User Manual

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Remove the tape cartridge from the tape drive when it is not in use, and store
the cartridge in the cartridge case.
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Do not open the door on the data tape cartridge. This door covers and protects
the magnetic tape material from dirt, dust, and damage.
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Avoid touching the tape, as doing so can cause loss of data.
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Back up any tape cartridge that repeatedly produces error messages, then
discard the old tape cartridge. Error information is saved in the system error log.
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Clean the tape path regularly according to the cleaning procedure described in
“Cleaning the Tape Drive” on page 2-25. Use only recommended cleaning
cartridges. Other cleaning cartridges can permanently damage the tape drive.
8mm Tape Cartridge Types
There are different types of 8mm tape cartridges that you can use for the following
purposes:
Tape Cartridge Compatibility
The 8mm Tape Drive is compatible with existing 8mm tape subsystems that comply
to the American National Standard (ANSI) X3B5/89-136, Rev. 6, Helical-scan Digital
Computer Tape Cartridge, 8mm for Information Exchange. Refer to the following
table for information about specific tape compatibility.
Type Purpose
Test Tape Cartridge: Checks the operation of the drive or to run
diagnostics. Do not use it to save
programs or data. This cartridge, which is
specially labeled, is included with the 8mm
Tape Drive.
Data Tape Cartridge: Saves your programs or data. This
cartridge is included with the 8mm Tape
Drive.
Cleaning Tape Cartridge: Cleans the 8mm tape drive. See
“Cleaning the Tape Drive” on page 2-25.
This cartridge is included with the 8mm
Tape Drive.
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