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Part Number 10400219-101 03/2009
©2009 Overland Storage, Inc.
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IMPORTANT: Overland Storage requires that all NEO
Series parts be removed and replaced by an Overland
Storage authorized service provider. Improper installation may
result in damage which voids existing warranties.
This document describes how to remove and replace either
the front or rear Z-Axis assembly in a NEO 4000 or NEO
4000
E
library from Overland Storage.
You will need wire cutters, Phillips screwdrivers, and a
Torque wrench.
WARNING: The GUI touch screen does not completely
shut off NEO Series system power. To reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage, unplug both power cords.
Unpacking the Spare
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the parts:
•
Front or rear Z-Axis assembly
•
Four (4) M3x20mm panhead Phillips screws
•
Four (4) M3 cup washers
•
Two (2) M3x6mm panhead Phillips screws
•
One (1) miniature cable tie (rear assembly only)
•
These instructions
Electrostatic Discharge Information
A discharge of static electricity can damage micro-circuitry
or static-sensitive devices. To help prevent Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD), observe standard ESD precautions.
Remove Library from Rack
1.
Remove all four tape
magazines
.
IMPORTANT: If the library is non-operational, the
doors can be manually opened by pushing a stiff
wire through the manual release holes (
).
Figure 1. Manual Door Release Locations
2.
If operating, use the GUI to
power down
the library.
3.
Turn the
power supply
switches to OFF (O), and
remove the
power cords
.
4.
Remove all
external host cables
.
5.
Also, to reduce weight, we recommend removing the
drive assemblies
.
WARNING: To prevent injury, it is recommended
that a mechanical lifter (or at least two people) be
used during rack installation or removal.
6.
Using a mechanical lifter (or two people), remove the
unit
from the rack and place it on a secure ESD
surface.
Remove Top Covers
1.
Remove and retain the
two screws
securing the front
top cover.
2.
Lift and remove the
front
top cover, and set aside.
3.
If replacing the
rear
Z-Axis assembly, also remove the
fan cover
assembly at the top rear:
a.
Remove and retain the
11 screws
that secure the
fan cover assembly to the library chassis.
b.
Carefully lift the inside edge of the
fan cover
assembly
and disconnect the cooling fan connector.
CAUTION:
Lifting the cover too far can cause a
strain on the cables possibly damaging them or
their connectors.
NEO
®
4000 or 4000
E
Spare Z-Axis Assemblies
Remove & Replace Instructions
Overview & Notes
N
EO
-9
18
9
N
EO
-9
19
0
Front
Rear
Preparing the Library
N
EO
-0
15
5
Manual Release