Overland Storage SnapServer N2000 Quick Start Manual

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This document describes how to unpack a SnapServer N2000
from Overland Storage and install it into a four-post, 32-inch
deep, 19-inch (EIA-310) rack. The N2000 comes with four empty
drive slots and the remaining eight slots filled with drive blanks.
It must be populated with four to twelve drives to be operational.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
equipment, always remove any power cords while working with
the unit.
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique ou
endommagement de l'équipement, retirez toujours les cordons
électriques en travaillant avec l'appareil.
CAUTION:
While working with the unit, observe standard
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to prevent damage to
micro-circuitry or static-sensitive devices.
Step 1: Activate Your Warranty!
It is essential that you activate your warranty. Technical and
warranty support are not available until it is done:
1. Note the product serial number from the box label or on the
product.
2. Go to the Overland Storage web site:
http://www.overlandstorage.com/
Select
3.
Service & Support > My Products.
4. At the
Site
Login, enter your e-mail address and
password, and click GO.
5. Click Register New Product.
6. Fill in the information and click Submit.
IMPORTANT: Within three business days, you'll receive an e-mail
from Overland with your warranty certificate. Follow the
instructions included to complete the process.
Step 2: Install Unit in Rack
WARNING: Use care during rack installation or removal to
prevent accidental tipping of the rack causing damage or
personal injury.
AVERTISSEMENT: soyez prudent lors de l'installation ou de
l'enlèvement du support afin d'empêcher le renversement
accidentel de la crémaillère, pour éviter dommages et blessures.
10400287-002 03/2011
SnapServer
©2010-11 Overland Storage, Inc.
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  • Page 1 ® SnapServer N2000 This document describes how to unpack a SnapServer N2000 from Overland Storage and install it into a four-post, 32-inch deep, 19-inch (EIA-310) rack. The N2000 comes with four empty drive slots and the remaining eight slots filled with drive blanks.
  • Page 2 Hooks d. Insert the bracket rear into the rack rail and press down so that the hooks catch and the tabs lock. 10400287-002 03/2011 Page 2 of 7 ©2010-11 Overland Storage, Inc.
  • Page 3 Lift the server to its install height and engage the inner members on the server with the middle members protruding from the rack, and slide the server into the rack until it stops. 10400287-002 03/2011 Page 3 of 7 ©2010-11 Overland Storage, Inc.
  • Page 4: Step 3: Install The Drives

    The drive assemblies are sold separately in either single- or four-packs. Recommended Drive Configurations Before adding drive assemblies to a SnapServer N2000, the following must be observed: • Different capacity drives can be installed; however, they should not be included in the same RAID array, because...
  • Page 5: Step 4: Attach Cables And Power Cords

    Pins Step 4: Attach Cables and Power Cords All cabling and power connections are located on the rear panel of the SnapServer N2000. All unit cooling exhaust is handled through the rear panel. CAUTION: The speed/duplex setting on N2000 servers defaults to autonegotiate.
  • Page 6 SnapServer defaults to an IP address in the range of 169.254.xxx.xxx. You may not be able to see the server on your network until you assign an IP address using SnapServer Manager (SSM). • If you are installing your SnapServer N2000 on a network with a DHCP server, continue with “Connecting Using the Server Name.”...
  • Page 7: Step 7: Additional Information

    Your N2000 is ready to be configured for your specific environment and needs. Step 7: Additional Information User Guides For detailed information on configuring your SnapServer N2000, refer to the SnapServer Administrator’s Guide for GuardianOS 6.5, the SnapServer Setup Guide for GuardianOS 6.5, or the GuardianOS 6.5 Release Notes.

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