Quantum DLT 2500, Product Manual

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Configuring and Operating the DLT2000 Basic Tape Drive
3-24 DLT2000/DLT2500/DLT2700 Cartridge Tape Subsystem
3.9 Unloading a Cartridge
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Remove a cartridge from the drive before turning off host system power. Failure to
remove a cartridge can result in cartridge and drive damage.
When you remove the cartridge from the drive, return the cartridge to its plastic case to
prolong the cartridge life.
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To unload a cartridge from the drive (Figure 3-9):
1. Press the Unload button (or issue the appropriate system software command). The
yellow Tape in Use light blinks as the tape rewinds.
2. When the green light turns on (the beeper also sounds), pull the cartridge
insert/release handle open to eject the cartridge.
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Immediate extraction of the tape cartridge can lead to tape leader failure.
Delay tape cartridge extraction by one to two seconds to avoid this
problem.
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3. Remove the cartridge.
4. Push the handle closed.