Dell LTO-4-120 LTO Media Handbook - Page 25

Figure 1-6. Media Inspection - Good Tape Ensure Proper Packaging While 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 to prevent damage to the tape edge. • 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: - Place the cartridge in polyethylene plastic wrap or bags to protect it from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. - Pack the cartridge snugly. Do not allow it to move around. - Double-box the cartridge (place it inside a box, then place that box inside the shipping box) and add padding between the two boxes. LTO Media Handbook 25