
Chapter 3 Cartridges
Inspecting a Cartridge
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• When the tape drive becomes inoperable after loading a cartridge
• When you receive a shipment of cartridges that show any sign of
shipping damage
Follow these steps to inspect a tape cartridge:
1 Gently shake the cartridge and listen for loose pieces.
2 Remove the cartridge from its protective plastic case.
3 Check for loose debris attached to the cartridge, and for other
contamination (oily, slimy, or sticky substances) that may have built
up on the surface of the cartridge.
4 Check the cartridge for any obvious cracks or other physical damage.
Rotate the cartridge in your hands, looking for broken or missing
parts.
5 Rotate the cartridge to view the bottom (see figure 7).
Confirm that the spring-loaded hub on the bottom of the cartridge is
centered. Press the hub to ensure that the spring is functioning
properly and that the hub returns to its normal position.
Figure 7 Cartridge Bottom
View
Spring-loaded hub
Reel lock
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