HP NonStop G-Series - Manual (Page 40)

Operating the 5257 Tape Drive
5257/5257ACL Installation and User's Guide for NonStop Himalaya S-Series Tape Enclosures — 522344-001
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Loading a Cartridge
Loading a Cartridge
1. Insert the cartridge into the receiver on the front of the tape drive. See Figure 4-4 .
2. Push the cartridge completely into the drive receiver. The Drive Status LED blinks
to show that the tape is loading. When the tape reaches the BOT marker, the LED
light stops blinking, and the tape is ready for use.
Unloading a Cartridge
1. Press the Eject button on the front panel, and the drive completes any active writing
of data to the tape. The Drive Status LED blinks as the tape rewinds. When the tape
is finished rewinding, the drive ejects the cartridge and the Drive Status LED light
stops blinking.
2. Remove the cartridge from the drive and return it to its plastic case. See Figure 4-5 .
Figure 4-4. Loading a Tape Cartridge
Caution. Remove a cartridge from the drive before turning off the NonStop Himalaya system
power. Failure to remove a cartridge can result in cartridge and drive damage. When the
cartridge is removed from the drive, return the cartridge to its plastic case to prolong cartridge
life.