Tape Cartridge Maintenance 6-5
22 June 2004
• Never stack cartridges in a stack of more than five.
• Do not place cartridges on or near devices that may
produce magnetic fields such computer monitors or
motors. Such exposure can alter or erase data on the
cartridge.
Acclimating Tape Cartridges
When media is introduced to a new environment, the media
must acclimate to the new environment prior to being used.
• Unpack media if in shipping containers and allow media
to acclimate to new environment for 24 hours in
protective cases.
• Make sure that there is not any condensation in or on the
tape cartridge.
• Make sure that the environmental temperature and
humidity is within levels specified per the tape drive
specifications.
Transporting Tape Cartridges
The following tips will help you move your tapes from one
location to another:
• If you are shipping tape cartridges, ship them in a jewel
case or equivalent.
• Place cartridges in plastic wrap to protect them from
moisture, dust, and other contaminants.
• When carrying cartridges or shipping them, always orient
the cases so that the reel axis is horizontal within the case
and shipping box.
• Pack cartridges snugly so that the cartridges do not rattle
around.
• Use a rigid box surrounded by adequate shock-absorbent
material.
• Clearly mark the box with the proper orientation.
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