Chapter 6. using ultrium media, Data cartridges, Chapter 6. using ultrium media -1 – Dell PowerVault TL4000 User Manual
Page 167: The lto ultrium data cartridge, Cartridge types and colors

Chapter 6. Using Ultrium Media
Figure 6-1 shows the LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge and its components.
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LTO cartridge memory
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Write-protect Switch
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Cartridge door
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Label area
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Leader Pin
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Insertion guide
Note:
The same components are on all the LTO Ultrium Data Cartridges.
Data Cartridges
The different generations of Ultrium data cartridges can be identified by color:
Table 6-1. Cartridge Types and Colors
Type
Color
Ultrium 6
Black
Ultrium 6 WORM
Black and Silvery gray
Ultrium 5
Burgundy
Ultrium 5 WORM
Burgundy and Silvery gray
Ultrium 4
Green
Ultrium 4 WORM
Green and Silvery gray
Ultrium 3
Slate Blue
Ultrium 3 WORM
Slate Blue and Silvery gray
Ultrium 2
Purple
Ultrium 1
Black
All generations contain 1/2-inch, dual-coat, magnetic tape.
Figure 6-1. The LTO Ultrium Data Cartridge
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