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How do I interpret the output from mt status?

 The `mt status` command is used to query the status of a tape drive. When you run this command, you will get output that provides information about the current status of the tape drive. Here's how to interpret some of the common elements in the output: 1. **File Number (File Number in use)**: This indicates the current file number being accessed by the tape drive. It may also show if a file number is in use. 2. **Block Number (Block Number in use)**: This shows the current block number being accessed by the tape drive. It may also indicate if a block number is in use. 3. **Record Length (Record Length in use)**: This displays the current record length in use or may indicate if a specific record length is being used. 4. **Density**: It shows the density or recording mode of the tape drive. Different tape drives support various recording densities. 5. **Write-Protected**: This field will indicate if the tape is currently write-protected, meaning you cannot write data to it. 6. **Fil