There are a number of different tape drives offered by Sun Microsystems for your system. Each tape drive is shipped with a specification sheet that contains the following information:
Type of cartridges that can be used with the drive
Cartridge storage capacity
Handling and storage information
Physical characteristics
Power requirements
Cleaning instructions
Description of controls, indicators, and jumper setting
The following general handling and storage information applies to cartridges for any of the tape drives offered for your system:
Keep cartridges away from anything magnetic.
Store cartridges in a dust-free environment.
Keep cartridges away from direct sunlight and sources of heat, cold, or humidity. Constant room temperature and 50% humidity is recommended.
Do not touch the surface of the tape.
To ensure proper thermal conditioning, keep the tape cartridge at the same temperature as the drive for 24 hours. (This applies to cartridges for any of the tape drives offered for your system.)