Chapter 1 Overview, Unpacking Instructions and Quick Start
Unpacking and Inspection
LTO-3 Tape Drive User’s Guide 3
• Intelligent data compression maximizes performance and capacity by
analyzing compressibility prior to recording.
• Cartridge memory enables fast loading of cartridges and stores
pertinent information about the media.
• 128-Mbyte data buffer for high-performance.
• Tape Alert drive performance monitoring and reporting.
• Third generation read channel for increased maturity and data
integrity.
• Patented head positioner for increased data integrity.
• Shock damped isolated chassis.
• MediaShield increases media life through managed airflow dynamics
with isolated HTI chamber.
• SmartVerify includes two levels of ECC for extra data safety and
protection from errors.
• Reliable tape picking implementation for increased reliability.
• Custom-designed LSI circuitry for fast, efficient data processing.
• RISC processors for fast, efficient data processing.
• Supports a wide variety of UNIX platforms
Unpacking and Inspection 1
Although drives are inspected and carefully packaged at the factory,
damage may occur during shipping. Follow these steps for unpacking the
drive.
1 Visually inspect the shipping containers and notify your carrier
immediately of any damage.
2 Place shipping containers on a flat, clean, stable surface; then
carefully remove the contents. If the equipment is damaged, notify
your Quantum representative.
3 Always save the containers and packing materials for any future
reshipment.
