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Overland Storage NEO 8000 Replacement Instruction

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Overland NEO 8000
Z-Axis Robotics Retrofit
Part Number 104380-101
Released 09/2005

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  • Page 1 Overland NEO 8000 Z-Axis Robotics Retrofit Part Number 104380-101 Released 09/2005...
  • Page 2 Overland Storage. Overland Storage provides this manual as is, without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Preface

    This Remove & Replace guide provides instructions and information required for the removal and replacement of the Overland Storage Z-Axis Belt Drive Assemblies (BDA) in a NEO 8000™ Library that have been identified as possibly having an incorrect pulley installed.

  • Page 4: Overland Storage Technical Support

    Overland Storage Technical Support For more assistance, search for help at: http://support.overlandstorage.com/ Our Overland Storage Technical Support staff is also available to assist you by phone at: 1.877.654.3429 (Toll-free and active only in US and Canada) 1.858.571.5555 x5 (Worldwide) On normal business days 6 AM through 5 PM (California time) excluding Overland holidays.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface About this Guide ........................iii Conventions ..........................iii Overland Storage Technical Support ...................iv Chapter 1 - Introduction Replacement Process Overview ..................1-1 Required Tools ......................... 1-2 Electrostatic Discharge Information ................... 1-2 Unpacking the Retrofit Kit ....................1-2 Chapter 2 - Prepare the Library for Internal Access Removal of Media Drawers ....................
  • Page 6 List of Figures Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 2 - Prepare the Library for Internal Access Figure 2-1: Access Plates and Components That Need To Be Removed ...... 2-1 Figure 2-2: Left Bottom Rack Cover Trim Piece..............2-2 Figure 2-3: Front Panel Assembly Screw Locations............2-3 Figure 2-4: Location of the J3 GUI PWA Connector ............

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Shuttle Assembly vertically inside the library. IMPORTANT: Overland Storage recommends that the BDAs be replaced by an Overland Storage authorized service provider. Improper removal and replacement may result in damage to this part or library components which would void all existing warranties.

  • Page 8: Required Tools

    Unpacking the Retrofit Kit Carefully unpack the new components noting how they are packed in the shipping carton. When this procedure is complete, repack the old parts in the same container for shipment back to Overland Storage. 1–2 Part Number 104380-101 09/2005...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 - Prepare The Library For Internal Access

    Prepare the Library for Internal Access CHAPTER To simplify the replacement of the two internal BDAs, remove the Front Panel Assembly (FPA) and other components to provide easier access or visibility to the inside of the library (Figure 2-1). Remove These Remove This Media Drawers Access Plate...

  • Page 10: Power Down The Library

    Chapter 2: Prepare the Library for Internal Access Power Down the Library WARNING: Working with a powered NEO 8000 library may cause physical harm and severe damage to unit’s circuitry. Always power down a library before removing any panels. 1. Power down the library at the front panel.

  • Page 11: Figure 2-3: Front Panel Assembly Screw Locations

    Remove Panels for Access Remove Flat Head Screws Remove Pan Head Screws Figure 2-3: Front Panel Assembly Screw Locations 5. Supporting the FPA, remove the flat head screws at the top on each side. NOTE: Be sure to keep the two sets of screws separate. The FLAT head screws must be used at the TOP of the FPA to prevent interference with the operation of the top drawers.

  • Page 12: Rear Access Panels

    Chapter 2: Prepare the Library for Internal Access Rear Access Panels At the rear of the library, remove and retain the top-right and the bottom-right access panels and hardware. For additional visibility and access, remove the drives or drive panels 1, 2, 3, 4, 11, and 12 and their associated drive dividers (Figure 2-1).

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 - Replace The Front Bda

    Replace the Front BDA CHAPTER You are now ready to replace the old BDAs. Each new BDA comes ready to install. The only requirement is moving the drive motor from the old assembly to the new one. CAUTION: Follow ESD protocols when working with the Drive PWA printed circuit boards. Remove the Front BDA 1.

  • Page 14: Move The Drive Motor

    Chapter 3: Replace the Front BDA 3. Using the 1/8” hex key, remove and retain the shoulder screw and washers (Figure 3-2) that attach the monorail bracket to the BDA. Z-Axis BDA Shoulder Screw BDA Mounting Bottom Screws Mounting Bracket Monorail Bracket Figure 3-2: Location of the 1/8”...

  • Page 15: Reinstall The Front Bda

    Reinstall the Front BDA 2. Using a 3mm hex key, remove and retain the three cap screws holding the motor to the BDA (Figure 3-4). Remove These Three Screws Drive Motor Motor PWA Figure 3-4: Location of the Three Drive Motor Pan Head Screws 3.
  • Page 16 Chapter 3: Replace the Front BDA 3–4 Part Number 104380-101 09/2005...

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 - Replace The Rear Bda

    Replace the Rear BDA CHAPTER CAUTION: Follow ESD protocols when working with the PWA printed circuit boards. Remove the Rear BDA The Rotary SPI PWA and Shuttle Support need to also be removed from the rear BDA before it can be replaced (Figure 4-1).

  • Page 18: Move The Drive Motor

    Chapter 4: Replace the Rear BDA 3. On the Rotary SPI PWA, unplug the J3, J4, J6, and J7 connectors (Figure 4-2). Unplug Figure 4-2: Location of the Rotary SPI PWA Connectors 4. Remove and retain the cable clip and cut the two cable ties holding the Shuttle Signal cable to the Rotary SPI PWA mounting bracket.

  • Page 19: Figure 4-3: Location Of The Helical Coupling Front Cap Screw

    Move the Drive Motor Front Helical Coupling Cap Screw Figure 4-3: Location of the Helical Coupling Front Cap Screw 2. Using a 3mm hex key, remove and retain the three cap screws holding the motor to the BDA (Figure 4-4). Remove These Three Screws Drive Motor...

  • Page 20: Reinstall The Rear Bda

    Chapter 4: Replace the Rear BDA Reinstall the Rear BDA NOTE: You can temporarily reattach the cover to protect the Drive PWA during insertion. 1. Tilting the BDA to clear all the internal components, insert the assembly into the library. 2.

  • Page 21: Chapter 5 - Verify The Robotics Level And Height

    If the library was moved out to facilitate the BDA replacement, verify that it is level before continuing (see Appendix NOTE: The NEO 8000 is designed so that the rear BDA is slightly higher than the front. Shims are only used on the front BDA. Verify the Monorail is Level The Shuttle Monorail must be level for the picker to function correctly.

  • Page 22: Chapter 5: Verify The Robotics Level And Height

    Chapter 5: Verify the Robotics Level and Height NOTE: Be sure the tool is over the fixed portion and not the rotating portion of the monorail. It should be positioned over the monorail’s flat area, not the grooves or teeth. Calipers Drawer Slide...

  • Page 23: Verify The Picker Height

    Verify the Picker Height 10. Use the table (Table 5-1) to determine the combination of shims to add to the front BDA. NOTE: Because the rear measurement is located one-third the distance from the rear of the monorail, the front measurement must be adjusted by adding 15% to accurately reflect the difference between the front and the rear.

  • Page 24: Figure 5-4: Position The Picker Against The Picker Height Tool

    Chapter 5: Verify the Robotics Level and Height 2. Rotate the shuttle by hand and position it so that the picker extends enough to just touch the Picker Height Tool (Figure 5-4). Picker Height Tool Picker Alignment Grooves Figure 5-4: Position the Picker Against the Picker Height Tool 3.

  • Page 25: Chapter 6 - Verify The Library Operation

    Verify the Library Operation CHAPTER Once the new BDAs are in place, you need to check that everything functions correctly. CAUTION: Follow ESD protocols when working with the PWA printed circuit boards. Reattach the Library Panels and Components You need to replace all the components removed to provide easier access. Rear Access Panels At the rear of the library, use the retained hardware to reattach the top-right and the bottom-right access panels.

  • Page 26: Power On The Library System

    6-1). Figure 6-1: Starting the Cartridge Cycle Test 3. Allow the test to run for 30 minutes or 20-25 cartridge move iterations. If the test fails, contact Overland Storage Technical Support. Refer to “Overland Storage Technical Support” in the Preface for contact information.

  • Page 27: Appendix A - Moving The Library

    Moving the Library APPENDIX If the library must be moved to perform the Z-Axis BDA retrofit, use the following procedures to move it out, move it back, and then level it. Move the Library Out for Access To reduce the weight and make it easier to move the library, the drawers and mail slot can be removed before moving the library.

  • Page 28: Move The Library Back In Place

    Appendix A: Moving the Library 6. Using at least 2 people, roll the library system to an open location. Continue with the standard removal and replacement of the Z-Axis BDAs. Move the Library Back in Place Once the new BDAs are in place, you can move the library back to its original position. 1.

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