Write Protect Switch
Cartridge Features
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Your Cartridge
Tape Leader
Buckles with drive leader to
pull media from cartridge.
DLTtape cartridges
(mylar loop)
Super DLTtape cartridges
(plastic buckle with metal pin)
Prevents overwrite or erasure of data.
You can change the position of the write
protect switch at any time.
Reel Lock
Prevents media reel in the
cartridge from spinning
when the cartridge is not
loaded in a drive. This ensures
that proper media tension
is maintained.
Cartridge Hub
Mechanical interconnect
between the cartridge and
the drive reel motor.
Serial Number
Needed for identification purposes
if calling for service.
1
DLTtape and
SUPER DLTtape
Write protected–
slide down toward label.
Orange indicator should
be displayed.
DLTtape VS1 and
DLT VS160 Cleaning
Write protected -
Indicator on top
points to closed lock
2
3
Cartridge Door
Provides access to the tape leader.
4
5
2
4
1
3
5
2
Super DLTtape
DLTtape
2
2
1
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2
DLTtape Media Care Guide
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