Before using the new TS1130 tape drive, ensure that all existing 3592 Model J1A and E05 drives are upgraded to recognize and enable cartridges formatted for EFMT3 or EEFMT3 to be relabelled/reused on the 3592 Model J1A and E05 drives. Otherwise, job failures may occur with a drive with the incorrect microcode load being allocated.

The considerations listed in Using encryption-capable TS1120 tape drives in a stand-alone environment also apply to the TS1130.

Recommendation: Use a manual tape library, DFSMSrmm, third-party tape management software, or write your own applications when using TS1130 tape drives in a stand-alone environment.