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Appendix D: The Tape Cartridge

Quantum DLT 7000 Tape Drive

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7. Figure D-4 shows three different tape cartridge loop problems. No tape

cartridge that exhibits the problems shown in the examples in Figure D-4
should be used in a DLT tape system.

Example 1: “Swallowed” Tape Cartridge Leader

Example 2: Torn or Broken Leader Loop

Example 3: Tape is Loosely Wound

Figure D-4 Three Examples of Tape Cartridges with Damage Visible During Visual

Inspection