To reset the tape drive, follow these steps.

To reset the tape drive, follow these steps:

1. Download the microcode for tape drive. (Fix Central)
2. Install the microcode.(rpm)
rpm -ivh TapeDAT160-WS20-01.rpm

3. Press and hold the eject button for 20 seconds, and then release the button. The LEDs on the drive will be flashing while the reset function is in process.
4. When the LEDs stop flashing, wait approximately one minute for the drive to complete the reset operation. The drive will then be ready to use.

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