OS:windows 10,LTFS format,IBM LTO6 drive,Dell external closure,personal backup user)
Hi,
LTO external drive makes a noisy fan sound when powered on.
So I want to turn off the power when not in use.
Do we have to eject the tape media before turning off the power?
Someone say that problems can arise if you do not eject the tape before powering down.
Is it true?
Repeatedly inserting and removing tapes is likely to cause physical wear on the drive and
it takes time to put the tape in and out.
So I just want to keep the tape mounted on the drive 24/7
Is it safe to use(power on and off repeatedly) LTOdevice with the tape mounted on the drive 24/7?
Thanks