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Appendix E: Visual Inspection Procedure for DLTtape Cartridges
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Quantum DLT 8000 Tape System
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Do not insert any cartridge that has been dropped into the
DLTtape drive without at least a thorough visual inspection
as described in this paper. A dropped cartridge may have
dislodged, loosened, or damaged internal components.
VISUAL MECHANICAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE
When should you perform a visual mechanical inspection (VMI)
on a DLTtape cartridge?
You should do a VMI
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As a general practice whenever you change or load a new
tape cartridge
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If a tape cartridge is dropped or subject to some hard
physical shock
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If the DLTtape drive becomes inoperable after loading a
tape cartridge
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If you receive a shipment of tape cartridges that show any
sign of shipping damage
Follow these steps to visually inspect a DLTtape cartridge:
1.
Remove the tape cartridge from its protective plastic case.
2.
Look at the tape cartridge to check for any obvious cracks or
other physical damage. Look for broken or missing parts.
3.
Gently shake the tape cartridge. Listen for any rattling or
sounds of any loose pieces inside the cartridge.
If you hear
anything loose inside, do not use the cartridge
.
4.
Hold the tape cartridge so that the end of the cartridge that
is inserted into the DLTtape drive is facing you, as shown
in Figure E-1. You will see that there is a small opening on
the left-hand side of the tape cartridge.
Summary of Contents for DLTtape DLT 8000
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