Part Number 10400214-101 05/2009
©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 the
chassis of a NEO 4000
E
library from Overland Storage.
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:
•
NEO 4000
E
chassis
•
One M3x8mm flathead Phillips screws
•
Four M4x8mm flathead Phillips screws
•
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.
1.
If the
library
is operational:
a.
Exit the
application software
and, if necessary,
stop the software services.
b.
Using the Graphical User Interface (GUI) or the
application software, remove any
cartridges
from
the drives to prevent damage.
c.
Use the GUI to remove
all
the magazines.
IMPORTANT: If the library is non-operational, the
doors can be manually opened by pushing a stiff
wire against the mechanical releases directly behind the
front panel (
Figure 1. Manual Door Release Locations
2.
For a Master module, if possible, print the first few
pages of the
Trace Log
(up to the Factory Area) to
capture the current settings of the library. Log into
WebTLC
and click
History > Display Trace
.
3.
Power off
the library as follows:
a.
Use the
GUI
to power down the library.
b.
Turn the
power supply
switches to OFF (O).
c.
Remove the
power cords
.
4.
Remove all
external cables
.
5.
If XpressChannel is installed, release it by loosening
the
four captive screws
on the back side and, for a
Master unit, unplugging the
DB-15 plug
.
6.
To reduce weight, we recommend removing the
drive
assemblies
.
WARNING: It is recommended that a mechanical
lifter (or at least two people) be used during rack
installation or removal to prevent injury.
7.
Using a mechanical lifter (or two people), remove the
unit
from the rack and place on a secure ESD surface.
8.
Unpack the
new chassis
and place it next to the old
chassis on the ESD surface.
NEO
®
4000
E
Spare Chassis
Remove & Replace Instructions
Overview & Notes
N
EO
-0
15
7
Prepare the Library
N
EO
-0
15
5
Manual Release
