Imation LTO ULTRIUM UNIVERSAL CLEANING CARTRIDGE User Manual

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LTO Ultrium Universal
Cleaning Cartridge

Technical

The LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge is designed specifically for use in all LTO Ultrium 1, 2, 3
and 4 drives and is compatible with libraries designed for LTO Ultrium 1, 2, 3 and 4 drives. The Ultrium
system is based on the industry’s first open data storage platform. The LTO consortium—comprised of
drive manufacturers HP, IBM and Quantum—developed this technology to meet the increased midrange
and enterprise storage demands analysts predict over the next decade.

Features & Benefits

Imation cleaning cartridge products are designed specifically for each tape drive format – The cleaning

process is unique to each Ultrium drive. The amount of cleanings per cartridge is based on how the drive
performs the cleaning process. Cleaning is done by shuffling a specific amount of tape over the drive
head based on a specific cleaning algorithm that is unique to each drive manufacturer, therefore different
amounts of tape are used for each drive—some use more, some use less. Each process provides a
cleaning that is right for its drive. Regular cleaning of the drive reduces build-up or stains that have been
deposited on the head.

HP drive cleaning specifications – The HP drive has been developed to have a minimal cleaning

requirement and will alert you when it needs cleaning. You should only clean the heads if the “use
cleaning cartridge” signal is flashing. The LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge will provide 15 to 50

cleanings per cartridge, as specified by the drive.

Quantum drive cleaning specifications – The Quantum Ultrium drive requires minimal cleaning with

normal usage in a typical office environment. The drive will indicate if cleaning is required by continuous
illumination of the amber colored (cleaning) LED. Some environments may cause the drive to require a
more regimented cleaning schedule. The Imation LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge will provide up

to 50 cleanings per cartridge, as specified by the drive.

Specifications

Compatibility:

For use in all LTO Ultrium 1, 2, 3 and
4 drives

Number of Cleanings:

15–50+ (drive dependent)

Reorder Number:

51122-15931

This universal cleaning cartridge
is capable of being used in all generation
1, 2, 3 and 4 Ultrium format tape drives.
Specific revisions of firmware may be
required for proper operation. In the
event this cleaning cartridge does not
operate properly, please contact your
drive manufacturer or system vendor for

firmware upgrade information.

IBM drive cleaning specifications – The IBM drive determines when a drive needs to be cleaned. If

cleaning is required, a “C” will display in the single character display area and the status light will
turn off. The Imation LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge will provide up to 50 cleanings per
cartridge, as specified by the drive.

LTO Ultrium Universal
Cleaning Cartridge

Imation LTO Ultrium Tape Cartridges

Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium technology is the choice for companies seeking to consolidate
multiple storage technologies for their midrange network and enterprise systems. With up to

1.6TB capacity (2:1 compression) in a single compact cartridge, Imation LTO Ultrium tape
cartridges are ideal for both stand-alone and automated environments. Count on reliable tape
backup products from Imation, the data storage leader.

Product Specifications

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Temperature 10 to 45°C (50 to 113°F)

Relative Humdity 10 - 80% RH

Wet Bulb Temperature 26°C Max.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

Temperature 16 to 32°C (60 to 89°F)

Relative Humdity 20 - 60% RH

Wet Bulb Temperature 26°C Max.

TRANSPORT CONDITIONS (in box)

Temperature -23 to 49°C (-10 to 120°F)

Relative Humdity 5 - 80% RH

Wet Bulb Temperature 26°C Max.

LTO Ultrium Cleaning Cartridge Compatibility

LTO CARTRIDGE LTO GEN 1 DRIVE LTO GEN 2 DRIVE LTO GEN 3 DRIVE LTO GEN 4 DRIVE

Universal Cleaning Cartridge Will Clean* Will Clean Will Clean Will Clean

* With firmware update.

To learn more about the Imation LTO Ultrium Cartridges and other Imation removable data storage products, visit www.imation.com.

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