Tandberg Data DAT 160, User Manual

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Use the correct media
For best performance we recommend branded media, as recommended by
your manufacturer.
In this chapter:
• “ Data cartridges ” on page 39
• “ Write-protecting cartridges ” on page 40
• “ Cleaning cartridges ” on page 41
• “ Handling cartridges ” on page 42
• “ Getting the most out of cartridges and drives ” on page 42
Data cartridges
DAT 160 tape drives and DAT 160 cartridges
DAT 160 cartridges can only be used with DAT 160 tape drives; they are
wider than earlier formats and will not fit into earlier tape drive models. DAT
160 cartridges provide optimum performance and maximum capacity for
DAT 160 tape drives. DAT 160 tape drives are also backwards compatible
with some earlier formats, see
Table 6-1 on page 40.
Compatibility
For optimum performance and storage capacity, use tape cartridges that
match your drive's format, and normally use only one cartridge per day.
Ideally, use:
• DAT 160 cartridges with DAT 160 tape drives
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# August 2009