HP SW TL881 DLT Mini-Lib/1 Compaq StorageWorks TL881/TL891 Family MiniLibrary - Page 67

2-34 Compaq StorageWorks TL881/TL891 Family MiniLibrary System Reference Guide Tape Requirements The MiniLibrary system uses ECMA-approved, ANSI proposed-standard DLT tape cartridges. The DLT tape cartridge is a four-inch square plastic cartridge. DLT tapes are available in three types, each with varying length and capacity, as listed in Table 2-11. Table 2-11 DLTtape Types DLTtape Type III IIXT IV Native Capacity 10 GB 15 GB 20 GB (DLT4000) 35 GB (DLT7000) 40 GB (DLT8000) Head Passes 500,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Tape Life 20 years 30 years 30 years Tape Length (ft) 1100 1600 1800 Cartridge Handling and Storage A DLT tape cartridge should be stored vertically until you want to use it. Do not expose a cartridge to moisture or direct sunlight. Maintain a clean, dust-free working and storage environment. If a DLT tape cartridge is dropped: I Inspect the cartridge carefully before you insert it into a MiniLibrary System magazine or any drive. I Shake the cartridge while listening for the sound of a broken part. Any rattling sound makes a cartridge unfit for use. I Inspect the case for distortion or cracks. I Inspect the leader by opening the cartridge door as shown in Figure 2-11 (see Table 2-12). The leader should be positioned as shown in view 1, and should protrude at about a five-degree angle from the case. If the leader is out of position, do not use the cartridge; damage to the drive could result. Under certain conditions, a DLT tape might stick to the drive read/write head during operation. Damage to media, failure of commands or batch jobs to