
Configuring, Installing, and Operating the Tape Drive
Quantum DLT 8000 Tape System 2-43
(automatic)
Tape in Use Indicator and Modes
Whenever the yellow Tape in Use indicator is illuminated steadily, the tape system and
cartridge are ready to use. When the system is calibrating, reading, writing, or rewinding
the tape, the Tape in Use indicator blinks.
Table 2-14 explains each of the modes of the Tape in Use Indicator.
Table 2–14 Tape in Use Indicator Modes
If the yellow Tape in Use Indicator is… It means….
Illuminated, steadily A cartridge is loaded in the tape system, but the
tape is not moving. This may mean no
application is communicating with the tape
system’s controller, or that the application is
communicating but is not delivering any
command that impact tape motion.
Blinking irregularly A calibration, read, or write operation is in
progress.
Blinking regularly The tape is loading, unloading, or rewinding.
Off No tape loaded in tape system.
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