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Erasing a Pre-Written LTO Tape

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Erasing a Pre-Written LTO Tape CAUTION: Do not bulk erase Ultrium format cartridges. This destroys pre-recorded servo information and renders the cartridge unusable. The erase feature in the backup software is the preferred method for erasing an LTO tape. To prevent erasing a tape, slide the write-protect switch to the right. NOTE: Write-protection does not prevent a cartridge from being erased by bulk-erasure or degaussing. Figure 1-1. Setting the Write-Protect Switch 1 write-protect switch LTO Media Handbook 21

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LTO Media Handbook
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Erasing a Pre-Written LTO Tape
CAUTION:
Do not bulk erase Ultrium format cartridges. This destroys
pre-recorded servo information and renders the cartridge unusable.
The erase feature in the backup software is the preferred method for erasing
an LTO tape. To prevent erasing a tape, slide the write-protect switch to the
right.
NOTE:
Write-protection does not prevent a cartridge from being erased by
bulk-erasure or degaussing.
Figure 1-1.
Setting the Write-Protect Switch
1
write-protect switch