Get To Know 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)
		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.
		Cartridge Door Provides access to the tape leader.
		Serial Number Needed for identification purposes if calling for service.

*Prevents overwrite or erasure of data. You can change the position of the write protect switch at any time.
DLTtape and SUPER DLTtape Write protected– slide down toward label. Orange indicator should be displayed.

Media Care Overview

• Protect cartridges from shock, vibration, moisture and magnetic fields.		• Use the sliding labels provided. Do not use adhesive labels or Post-it® notes.
• Keep media in protective cases and store vertically when not in use		• Do not write directly on the cartridge.
• Make sure that no loose labels in the storage container stick to the bottom of the cartridge when inserting into tape drive.		• Write in pen, not pencil. Using a pencil can introduce contaminants to the tape path.
• Never touch the tape or tape leader. Dust and oils from your skin can contaminate the tape and affect performance.
• Avoid direct sunlight–can deform cartridge and /or ruin media.

Media Use	Proper Conditions
Normal Storage (Non Archival)	• Between 61 F and 90 F (16 C and 32 C) • Between 20% and 80% relative humidity • Maximum wet bulb temperature 78 F (26 C)
Data Archival Storage (for one or more years)	• Between 64 F and 79 F (18 C and 26 C) • Between 40% and 60% relative humidity

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