摘要 |
A threader block assembly disposed in a tape drive, where that threader block assembly includes a first moveable arm, a second moveable arm pivotally connected to the first moveable arm, and a magnet disposed on the second moveable arm. A tape drive which includes the threader block. A data storage and retrieval system which includes one or more tape drives comprising the threader block. A method to attach a tape leader pin to a threader block assembly disposed in a tape drive, where that tape leader pin is disposed on one end of a magnetic tape. The method includes disposing a magnet on the threader block assembly, forming the leader pin from a paramagnetic material, and attaching the leader pin to the threader block assembly with a magnetic force.
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