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Overland Storage NEO 8000e Remove & Replace Instructions

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NEO
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Belt Drive Assembly
May 2014
10400594-001
®
8000e Library Z-Axis
Remove & Replace Instructions

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  • Page 1 ® Overland 8000e Library Z-Axis Storage Belt Drive Assembly Remove & Replace Instructions May 2014 10400594-001...
  • 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. Overland Storage may make improvements or changes in the product(s) or programs described in this manual at any time.
  • Page 3 For a complete list of support times based on your type of coverage, visit our website at: http://docs.overlandstorage.com/care Software Updates The latest release of the NEO 8000e firmware can be obtained from the Downloads and Resources (NEO Series) page at the Overland Storage website: http://docs.overlandstorage.com/neo Follow the appropriate instructions to download the latest software file.

  • Page 4: Typographical Conventions

    NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions Preface Conventions This document exercises several alerts and typographical conventions. Alerts Convention Description & Usage IMPORTANT An Important note is a type of note that provides information essential to the completion of a task or that can impact the product and its function.
  • Page 5 This spare kit consists either a front or rear full BDA. Verify you have the correct version before continuing. IMPORTANT: Overland Storage requires that the BDAs be removed and replaced by an Overland Storage authorized service provider. Improper installation may result in damage which voids existing warranties.
  • Page 6 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. New screws are provided to replace the ones removed during this procedure.

  • Page 7: Required Tools

    NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 1 - Library Preparation Required Tools These tools are required for the proper removal and replacement of the BDAs: • #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers (with torque handle, if available) • #2 stubby Phillips screwdriver •...
  • Page 8 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 1 - Library Preparation Prepare Media Drawers for Removal Exercise care when removing the media drawers from the library units. Fully-loaded WARNING: drawers weigh approximately 58 pounds (26.3 kg). Also, when the drawers are removed, the inner rails extend several inches beyond the back of the drawers.
  • Page 9 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 1 - Library Preparation Power Down the Library Working with a powered NEO 8000e library may cause physical harm and severe WARNING: damage to the unit’s circuitry. Always power down a library before removing components.
  • Page 10 1. For the older NEO 8000, remove the trim pieces at the drawer opening bottoms: NOTE: On the newer NEO 8000e, the bottom FPA screws are located in front of the trim pieces. a. At the left bottom rack cover trim piece, remove the screw attaching it to the FPA (Figure 1-4).
  • Page 11 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 1 - Library Preparation Unplug J3 Connector CON2 Figure 1-5: Location of the J3 Front Panel PWA Connector (Rear View) 3. Open the retainer clamps above the PWA to release the J3 cable from the FPA.
  • Page 12 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 1 - Library Preparation Remove This Access Panel Remove These Drives/Panels Remove This Access Panel Figure 1-7: Remove Rear Panels or Drives for Rear BDA Replacement 2. Remove the drives (or drive panels) for drive bays 1, 2, and 11.
  • Page 13 At the front, remove and retain the two screws securing the Drive PWA cover (Figure 2-1). Drive PWA Cover NEO 8000e Front Slider Figure 2-1: Front BDA Drive PWA Location b. Unplug the J2, J3, and J4 connectors from the Drive PWA (Figure 2-2).
  • Page 14 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 2 - Front BDA Retrofit c. For protection, loosely reattach the cover for the Drive PWA using the retained screws (don’t fully tighten). 3. Detach the track assembly bracket from the BDA (Figure 2-3).
  • Page 15 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 2 - Front BDA Retrofit 6. Remove the BDA by moving the top of the BDA to the left, and then move the bottom slightly to the right (to clear the mounting brackets) and then toward the rear.
  • Page 16 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 2 - Front BDA Retrofit a. Remove and retain the two screws on the Drive PWA cover, and set it aside. b. On the Drive PWA, reattach the J2, J3, and J4 cables (Figure 2-6).
  • Page 17 Bracket Bracket Flathead Bracket Screws Cable Clip D-Clamp or Tie Mount Cable Ties Cable Has To Be Released Bottom Mounting Drive Motor Bracket PWA Cover Figure 3-1: Base of Rear BDA and Connected Components 10400594-001  ©2014 Overland Storage, Inc.
  • Page 18 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit 1. Put on the supplied cotton gloves. IMPORTANT: Always wear the supplied cotton gloves while working around the BDA to prevent contamination of the guide pole. 2. Disconnect the BDA drive: a.
  • Page 19 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit b. Remove the cable clip and cut the two cable ties holding the Shuttle Signal cable to the Rotary SPI PWA mounting bracket. Remove NEO 8000e Rear Slider Figure 3-4: Clip, Cable Ties, and Screws to be Removed c.
  • Page 20 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit 4. Detach the track assembly bracket from the BDA (Figure 3-6). a. If necessary, push the shuttle assembly to the center of the track assembly to provide room. b. Using the 1/8-inch hex key, remove and discard the shoulder screw and washers.
  • Page 21 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit 2. Then loosen by one turn each the rear four screws along the cross bracket back side (Figure 3-8) that hold the power supply frame. You may have to remove the drive or plate in bay 12 to access these screws.
  • Page 22 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit c. Using the 1/8-inch hex key and the new screw and washers, reattach the track assembly bracket to the BDA (Figure 3-10). PWA Mounting Flex Cable Bracket Screws Bracket...
  • Page 23 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit c. Loop a new 2.8" cable tie around the belt pulley cable (where it attaches to the SMA) and Rotary Motor and Optical Sensor cables (Figure 3-12). Shuttle Cable Clip Flex Cable Rotary Motor &...
  • Page 24 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit 8. With the Flex cables cleanly looped over the bracket, attach the cables to the Rotary (Figure 3-13): Pull Up Gently Shuttle Flex Cables MUST BE Secured Behind Wiring Bundles...
  • Page 25 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit b. On the Drive PWA, reattach the J2, J3, and J4 cables (Figure 3-15). Reconnect Figure 3-15: Reattach the J2, J3, and J4 Drive PWA Connectors c. Use the two retained screws to reattach the Drive PWA cover.
  • Page 26 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 3 - Rear BDA Retrofit 10400594-001  ©2014 Overland Storage, Inc.
  • Page 27 5. Reinstall drives (or drive panels) for drive bays 1, 2, and 11. Reconnect any cables previously removed (Figure 4-1). Reinstall This Access Plate Reinstall These Drives/Plates Reinstall This Access Plate Figure 4-1: Reinstall Rear Panels or Drives 10400594-001  ©2014 Overland Storage, Inc.

  • Page 28: Front Panel Assembly

    NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 4 - Reassemble the Library Front Panel Assembly 1. Supporting the FPA next to its normal position, reattach the J3 connector at the top of the front panel PWA. 2. Insert the J3 cable back into the retainers on the back side of FPA.

  • Page 29: Media Drawers

    NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 4 - Reassemble the Library Media Drawers NOTE: Verify that the tape media is flush in the drawers before pushing them into the library. For each drawer: 1. Extend the rails for the appropriate drawer and move the bearings to the front.
  • Page 30 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 4 - Reassemble the Library 10400594-001  ©2014 Overland Storage, Inc.
  • Page 31 • Two on the Fixed Slots • Two on the Mail Slot track NEO 8000e libraries uses the picker to touch these fiducial label posts during a calibration routine to establish the reference points it needs. 1. Cartridges in the immediate area of the Fiducial labels must be removed to avoid any interference when touching or reading the labels: •...
  • Page 32 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 5 - Verify the Library Operation Empty Slots Figure 5-1: Empty These 20 Slots in All Drawers • In addition, for the middle-left drawer, remove the first five and last five cartridges in the top row.
  • Page 33 NEO 8000e Z-axis BDA R&R Instructions 5 - Verify the Library Operation 2. Move a tape to a drive: a. Select a tape in a slot as the Source. b. Select a tape drive as the Destination. c. Press Execute Move.
  • Page 34 Figure 5-4: Starting the Cartridge Cycle Test 4. Allow the test to run for at least 5 repetitions. IMPORTANT: If the test fails, contact Overland Storage Technical Support. 5. Cycle the power to save the new NVRAM settings. Daisy Chain Test Select Menu >...