Overland Tandberg NEOxl 40 Instructions Manual

Overland Tandberg NEOxl 40 Instructions Manual

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Spare Expansion Module Instructions
This document describes how to remove and replace a
Expansion Module in a NEOxl 40 3U Tape Library from
Overland-Tandberg.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
equipment, always remove any power cords while working with
the library.
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.
CAUTION:
While working with the library, observe standard
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to prevent damage
to micro-circuitry or static-sensitive devices.
Special Handling Notice
Each NEOxl 40 Expansion Module weighs more than 44 lbs
(20kg) without drives or tapes, and more than 77 lbs (35kg)
with three tape drives and 40 tapes.
Before moving or lifting the Expansion Module, remove all tape
drives and tapes to reduce the weight (see below).
Overview
To replace an existing Expansion Module, the steps include:
1. Remove the tape magazines and any tape drives.
2. Remove the old Expansion Module from the rack.
3. If necessary, transfer the top or bottom cover from the old
Expansion Module to the new one.
4. As needed, move power supplies, DC-DC board, and
controller from the old Expansion Module to the new one.
5. Install the new Expansion Module in the rack and align
the module with the library.
6. Reinstall tape magazines and drives into the new module.
7. Reconnect the cables and verify the installation.
You will need a small flat head or Torx screwdriver and a #2
Phillips screwdriver.
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©2019 Overland-Tandberg
NEOxl 40 3U Tape Library
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  • Page 1 NEOxl 40 3U Tape Library Spare Expansion Module Instructions This document describes how to remove and replace a Expansion Module in a NEOxl 40 3U Tape Library from Overland-Tandberg. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to equipment, always remove any power cords while working with the library.
  • Page 2 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Prepare the Library Power Off Library If still running, power off the library from the Base Module front panel by pressing and holding down the power button for three (3) seconds. NOTE: If the library does not perform a soft shutdown, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds.
  • Page 3 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Remove Tape Drives IMPORTANT: Overland recommends that you remove the tape drives to reduce the unit’s weight prior to removal from the rack. NOTE: Because the library tracks the drive locations and may report event notifications if the drives aren't in the expected locations, label the drives so they can be reinstalled in the same drive bays.
  • Page 4 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Unpack New Expansion Module 1. Using two people, remove the new Expansion Module from its box and set it on the secure ESD surface next to the old unit. 2. Remove and save the packaging materials and tape from the new Expansion Module.
  • Page 5 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Move Power Supplies NOTE: If any power supplies are installed, they need to be moved New Module to the new Expansion Module. 1. At the new Expansion Module, remove and retain the power supply screws and covers where the existing power supplies will go.
  • Page 6 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Install New Expansion Module Insert Module in Rack WARNING: To avoid injury, it is recommended that a mechanical lifter (or at least two people) be used for rack installation or removal. WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, empfehlen wir zur Rack-Installation oder -Deinstallation die Nutzung einer mechanischen Hebehilfe (oder mindestens zwei Personen).
  • Page 7 NEO Spare Expansion Module Instructions Reattach Cables and Cords 1. Reconnect the expansion interconnect cables (2) from the Expansion Module to the adjacent modules. 2. If the Expansion Module has drives, reconnect all the SAS/FC cables to the ports (3) on their same drives. 3.

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