Chapter 3 Operation
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Chapter 3 Operation
This chapter describes how to use the AIT drive, and how to handle data
cartridges.
Using the AIT Drive
1
Press the POWER switch on the front panel.
The POWER indicator lights, and the STATUS, BUSY, and TAPE
indicators blink as the self-test is performed.
2
When the three indicators stop blinking and the BUSY indicator lights,
insert a data cartridge as indicated below. As the tape is being loaded, the
TAPE indicator blinks. If the tape is loaded successfully, the TAPE
indicator lights. (If the cartridge is write-protected, the STATUS
indicator also lights.)
Figure 3-1. Inserting a data cartridge
3
Computer software controls tape reading and writing. While reading or
writing, the BUSY indicator blinks.
Note
Do not disconnect the USB or i.LINK cable when you are reading or
writing data as this could cause malfunctions.