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Ensure Proper Packaging if shipping tapes

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Figure 18- Split seam on LTO tape Figure 19- Media Inspection 2- good tape 13.4 Ensure Proper Packaging if shipping tapes • When you ship a cartridge, ship it in its original or better packaging. • Always ship or store a cartridge in the vertical orientation and inside the jewel case. This will help to avoid tape edge damage. • Use only a recommended shipping container that securely holds the cartridge in its jewel case during transportation. • Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a box or package. • If you ship the cartridge in a cardboard box or a box of a sturdy material, ensure the following: Dell LTO Media Handbook Page 26

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Figure 18- Split seam on LTO tape
Figure 19- Media Inspection 2- good tape
13.4
Ensure Proper Packaging if shipping tapes
When you ship a cartridge, ship it in its original or better packaging.
Always ship or store a cartridge in the vertical orientation and inside the jewel case.
This will help to
avoid tape edge damage.
Use only a recommended shipping container that securely holds the cartridge in its jewel case during
transportation.
Never ship a cartridge in a commercial shipping envelope. Always place it in a box or package.
If you ship the cartridge in a cardboard box or a box of a sturdy material, ensure the following:
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