What are the environmental operating and non-operating specification for the SymplyLTO?


These are the published environmental specifications for LTO tape drives.


SymplyLTO Drive Operating Specifications



Temperature

Humidity 

Altitude 

Recommended

Operating 

15°C to 25°C

(59°F to 77°F)

20% to 50% 

(non-condensing)

3048m 

(10,000 ft)

Allowable

Operating

15°C to 35°C

(59°F to 95°F)

20% to 80% 

(22°C dew point max)

3048m 

(10,000 ft)

Non-Operating 

-40°C to 60°C

(-40°F to 140°F)

0% to 90%

(non-condensing)

12192m

(40,000 ft)



SymplyLTO Drive and Data Cartridge Storage and Transportation Specification (non-operational) 



LTO-9

LTO-8

LTO-7

LTO-6

Operating Conditions 

Recommend: 15°C - 25°C; 20% - 50% RH


Allowable: 15°C - 35°C; 20 - 80% RH; 22°C dew point maximum 

10°C - 40°C; 10% - 80% RH; 26 C wet bulb maximum 

Short-Term Storage condition 

See operating conditions

16°C - 35°C; 10% - 80% RH; 26°C wet bulb maximum

Long-Term Storage condition 

See operating conditions

16°C - 25°C; 20% - 50% RH; 26°C wet bulb maximum

Shipping Conditions

-23°C - 49°C; 10% - 90% non-condensing RH; 22°C dew point maximum 

-23°C - 49°C; 5% - 80% RH; 26°C wet bulb maximum 

-23°C - 49°C; 20% - 80% RH; 26°C wet bulb maximum 

IMPORT - Data cartridges stored at a temperature in excess of 52°C (125.6 °F) may suffer permanent damage. It is important that both temperature and humidity should be kept constant, as rapid changes in either are not good for the data cartridges or LTO drives.



SymplyLTO and Data Cartridge Acclimatization Time


Acclimatization time is required if the temperature of the SymplyLTO drive when opened is different from the temperature of the environment it will be operated in. The recommended initial acclimation time is four hours after the drive has been unpacked. 

 

If there is no danger of condensation (the air is dry) then the drive temperature may be increased more quickly by powering the drive on for a half hour before using the tape drive.  If the SymplyLTO drive is hotter than the maximum allowed operating temperature (35°C / 95°F) there is a danger that the tape may adhere to the read/write head.  In this case the SymplyLTO drive should be allowed to cool to within the operating temperature range.


Please consider the environment where the LTO drive is used should be kept at a constant temperature.  If the temperature of the operating environment fluctuates then time must be allowed for acclimatization, for instance if an office environment cools overnight and heats up during the day.


Before you use a tape cartridge, acclimatize it to the operating environment to prevent condensation in the drive (the time will vary, depending on the environmental extremes to which the cartridge was exposed).   The best storage container for the cartridges (until they are opened) is the original shipping container. The plastic wrapping prevents dirt from accumulating on the cartridges and partially protects them from humidity changes. 


When you ship a cartridge, place it in its jewel case or in a sealed, moisture-proof bag to protect it from moisture, contaminants, and physical damage. Ship the cartridge in a shipping container that has enough packing material to cushion the cartridge and prevent it from moving within the container. 

 

It is recommended that the SymplyLTO product and LTO data cartridges are stored together for 24 hours before use in the environment that they will be used in. This will ensure the correct acclimatization.  Please note leaving a LTO data cartridge in the LTO drive for long periods of time without use can damage both the data cartridge and the tape drive mechanism.


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