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5-38 Chapter 5
Errors and Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Common Problems
Damaged DLT Tapes
Repeated drive failures may indicate defective tapes. Tapes need to be
inspected if they have been dropped, damaged, or used with a drive that
has needed repair. To determine if the tapes have been damaged:
• Inspect the tape for broken, unseated, or misaligned tape leaders.
• Shake the tape to verify no internal parts are rattling.
• Verify the correct position of the leader buckling loop (see Figure 5-2).
• Ensure the leader is not damaged or cut.
To check the leader position:
1. Press in the door lock to release the tape door. The door lock is located
on the opposite side of the write-protect switch.
2. While pressing in the door lock, push the tab down to open the door.
Figure 5-2 Leader in Correct Position and Door Tab