HP Surestore DLT 80 Tape Drive - Manual (Page 27)

Care of the Drive and Tape Cartridges
Taking Care of Data Cartridges
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Operating Conditions
Cartridges should be used in an environment within the following ranges:
• Temperature: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
• Relative Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Conditioning Cartridges
If a cartridge has been exposed to conditions outside the operating range,
leave the cartridge in the operating environment for at least 24 hours
before using it. This will avoid problems of condensation.
Storing Cartridges
• Do not place cartridges near sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as under a telephone, or near computer terminals, motors, video or
X-ray equipment.
• Keep cartridges out of direct sunlight and away from heaters.
• Store cartridges in their plastic cases in an environment that satisfies
the following conditions:
– Temperature: 18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F)
– Relative Humidity: 40% to 60% (non-condensing)
– Free from dust
• Store cartridges vertically.
Transporting Cartridges
Environmental Conditions
• Make sure there is no condensation in or on the cartridges.
• Avoid exposing cartridges to widely varying temperatures or humidity.
Impact and Vibration
• Do not carry tape cartridges loosely in a box or other container where
they can shake about.
• Avoid dropping or bumping cartridges.
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