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NEOxl 80 6U Expansion Module

Quick Start Guide

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Prepare the Modules

Depending on the new Expansion Module’s location, transfer 
either the top or bottom 

module cover

 from the last module 

in that location to the new Expansion Module.

If you are installing the Expansion Module 

below

 the 

module stack, move the bottom module’s cover to the 
Expansion Module.

If you are installing the Expansion Module 

above

 the 

module stack, move the top module’s cover to the 
Expansion Module.

IMPORTANT:  A NEOxl tape library modular system can 
support up to six Expansion Modules, three above and 

three below. If you have not yet determined the architecture of 
your configuration, refer to Chapter 1, “Supported 
Configurations,”

 in 

the 

NEOxl 80 Tape Library Administrator’s 

Guide

 for details.

1.

Using the mechanical lifter, remove the 

existing 

module

 from which you are moving the cover plate.

2.

Place the 

module

 you removed on a secure work table.

If you are removing the bottom cover, gently 

turn the 

module over

 so you can access the bottom.

3.

Place the new 

Expansion Module

 on the work table 

next to the module you removed.
If you are adding the bottom cover, gently 

turn the 

module over

 so you can access the bottom.

4.

Insert a small flathead screwdriver or Torx screwdriver 
into the front hole (1) to retract the 

spring lock

, slide 

the 

cover

 (2) forward until it reaches the tool, remove 

the tool, and then continue sliding the cover to the front 
of the module until all the tabs are released.

5.

Remove the 

cover

 (3) from the existing module.

6.

At the Expansion Module, install the 

cover

.

Align all cover tabs with the slots, gently push it down, 
and then slide the cover towards the rear until the 
spring lock engages.

7.

If the 

modules

 are upside down, gently turn them both 

back over.

8.

Using the mechanical lifter, reinstall the 

existing 

module

 back into the rack in its same location.

Step 4

WARNING:  To reduce the risk of electric shock or 
damage to equipment, always remove any power cords 
while working with the unit.

WARNUNG: Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlags 
oder Schäden am Gerät zu vermeiden, ziehen Sie stets 
den Netzstecker, bevor Sie an der Einheit arbeiten.

AVERTISSEMENT:  Pour réduire le risque de choc 
électrique ou endommagement de l'équipement, retirez 
toujours les cordons électriques en travaillant avec 
l'appareil.

The NEOxl 80 6U tape libraries are expandable and accept 
add-on components to enhance performance:

The Expansion Module comes without tape drives. Tape 
drives are always installed in the module from the 
bottom bay up.

A second Power Supply Unit can be added to Expansion 
Module for redundancy.

IMPORTANT:  Follow the component instructions included 
with each item to be sure they are installed correctly.

Step 5

A NEOxl 80 6U Expansion Module comes with a rack kit for 
easy installation and securing of the module into a 19-inch 
(EIA-310) rack.

IMPORTANT:  Two-post telco-style or other racks less than 
29 inches in depth will NOT support these modules.

Install the Rack Rails

1.

Determine the location in your rack for your Expansion 
Module to be installed and, using a pencil, mark the 

location

 on each vertical rail in your rack.

Reserve 6U (10.5 in.)

 

Each EIA unit (1U) starts at a 
narrow gap and has three holes 
and two wide gaps above it

Wide Gaps within the EIA unit

Narrow Gaps between EIA units

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Summary of Contents for Expansion Module

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Page 2: ...is recommended that at least two people be used to lift the module out of the box to prevent injury WARNUNG Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden empfehlen wir aufgrund des Gewichts des Moduls dass mindestens zwei Personen das Modul aus der Verpackung heben AVERTISSEMENT En raison du poids du module il est recommande d utiliser deux personnes au moins pour soulever l module hors de la boîte pour éviter les...

Page 3: ...on Module install the cover Align all cover tabs with the slots gently push it down and then slide the cover towards the rear until the spring lock engages 7 If the modules are upside down gently turn them both back over 8 Using the mechanical lifter reinstall the existing module back into the rack in its same location Step 4 WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to equipment alwa...

Page 4: ...ck causing damage or personal injury WARNUNG Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden empfehlen wir zur Rack Installation oder Deinstallation die Nutzung einer mechanischen Hebehilfe oder mindestens zwei Personen Seien Sie vorsichtig bei der Rack Installation oder Entnahme um ein versehentliches Kippen des Racks zu vermeiden und das Rack nicht zu beschädigen bzw sich selbst zu verletzen AVERTISSEMENT Afin d é...

Page 5: ...ey are installed correctly Step 7 All cabling power connections and cooling are located on the rear panel Drive Cable Attachment If tape drives are installed in the Expansion Module 1 Attach one end of the host interface cable to the expansion For a Serial Attached SCSI SAS connected expansion attach one end of the SAS cable to Port A left SAS HBA on the SAS drive For a Fibre Channel FC expansion ...

Page 6: ... the Overland Tandberg Downloads and Resources site http docs overlandstorage com neo 3 Under Downloads NEO Series Firmware click the link for the library 4 At the FTP site if newer firmware is shown download the firmware and Release Notes 5 Update the firmware using the NEOxl 80 Tape Library Administrator s Guide Confirm Your Tape Drive Firmware Refer to the installation instructions and warnings...

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