Group 3: Inspecting the Leader: DLTtape Cartridges
Visual Inspection
Normal
Normal DLTtape leader.
Tape Leader Missing
Swallowed cartridge leader or broken tape.
Excessive Debris
Stuck to tape leader and to tape.
Media Wrapped too Loosely
Excessive slack apparant.
(Note: OK to use cartridge if small amount
of slack at the tape leader is present,
but inspect cartridge again after use.)
Broken Tape Leader
Not always this obvious.
Visual
Inspection:
Spotting
Damaged
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