Overland Storage NEO XL Series User manual

Quick Start Guide
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NEO XL-Series™Expansion
6U Tape Library Expansion Module
Step 1
It is essential that you activate your warranty. Technical and warranty support are
not available until the warranty is active:
1. Go to http://www.overlandstorage.com/ and select
Service & Support > My Products .
2. At the Site Login, enter your e-mail address and
password, and click
GO .
3. Click
Register New Product .
4. Fill in the information and click
Submit .
The serial number is located on the pull-out tab at the rear.
Enter only the core characters skipping the
parenthesis, “PN:”, and “SN:” components.
Example: 11S00V7150Y1N1B78X9938
NOTE: You’ll receive a confirmation e-mail from
Overland with instructions on how to complete the
registration process.
Step 2
WARNING: Due to the weight of the appliance, it is recommended that at least two
people be used to lift the unit out of the box to prevent injury.
WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, empfehlen wir aufgrund des Gewichts
des Geräts, dass mindestens zwei Personen das Gerät aus der Verpackung heben.
AVERTISSEMENT: En raison du poids de l'appareil, il est recommande d'utiliser deux
personnes au moins pour soulever l'appareil hors de la boîte pour éviter les blessures.
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NOTE: If the temperature in the room where the expansion will be installed varies by 15º C
(30º F) from the room where the expansion module was stored, allow the unit to acclimate to
the surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before unpacking it.
1. Using two people, remove the unit from its box and set it on a secure surface.
2. Remove any packaging materials and tape.
Step 3
The NEO XL-Series expansion modules each come with a rack kit for easy installation
and securing of the expansion into a 19-inch (EIA-310) rack.
IMPORTANT: Two-post telco-style or other racks less than 29 inches in depth will NOT
support this unit.
Prepare the Modules
IMPORTANT: A library module can support up to six expansion modules, three above
and three below. If you have not yet determined the architecture of your configuration,
refer to the NEO XL-Series User Guide for guidance.
NOTE: These instructions are based on installing the expansion modules at the same time as
the base library module.
1. Depending on the expansion module location, transfer the top or bottom base
module cover to the last expansion module.
•If you are installing expansion modules below the base module, move the
bottom base module cover to the expansion module that will be installed at the
bottom of the library configuration.
•If you are installing expansion modules above the base module, move the top
base module cover to the expansion module that will be installed at the top of
the library configuration.
a. Place the base module on a work table.
If you are removing the bottom cover, gently turn the base module over so
you can access the bottom of the module.
b. Insert a small flathead screwdriver or Torx screwdriver into the hole (1) to
retract the spring lock, slide the cover (2) until it reaches the tool, remove the
tool, and continue sliding the cover to the front of the module until all the tabs
are released.
c. Remove the cover (3) from the module.
d. If the base module is upside down, gently turn it back over.
e. Place the expansion module on the work table. If the module will be the
bottom module in the library, gently turn the module over so you can access the
bottom of the module.
Removing Bottom Plate
f. Align all cover tabs with the slots on the expansion module, gently push it
down, and then slide the cover towards the back until the spring lock engages.
g. If the expansion module is upside down, gently turn it back over.
Install the Rack Rails
1. Determine the location in your rack where your modules will be installed and
mark each location of the modules on each vertical rail in your rack.
It is recommended to start at the lowest position of the rack for stability. The
bottom mark should be at the lowest narrow gap in that position.
NOTE: The expansion requires 6U (10.5 in.) of rack space.
2. From the front of the rack, insert the rack rails into the back and then front
vertical supports.
a. Position a rail according to the orientation information stamped on the rail.
b. Rotate the front of the rail up while inserting the rear rail hanger into the
rear vertical support, and then lower the front of the rail until it is nearly level.
c. Extend the front of the rail until the hangers come through the holes in the
vertical support and the retention spring snaps into place.
d. Repeat Steps a–c the other rail.
NOTE: The rails must be fastened with the bottom of the each rail parallel to floor and at
the same level.
3. On the front of both rails in a square-hole lock, install a clip nut above the
mounting bracket as shown (1).
4. For increased stability, install the supplied retention inserts (3).
6U (10.5 in.)
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starts at a narrow
gap and has three
holes and two wide
gaps above it
Wide Gaps within
the EIA unit
Narrow Gaps
between EIA units
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5. Repeat Steps 2–4 for the remaining rail kits for the base library and expansion
modules.
Insert the Modules in Rack
WARNING: It is recommended that a mechanical lifter (or at least two people) be
used to raise and align the unit to prevent injury during installation. Use care when
inserting or removing a unit into or out of a rack to prevent the accidental tipping of
the rack, causing damage or personal injury.
WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, empfehlen wir zur Rack-Installation oder
-Deinstallation die Nutzung einer mechanischen Hebehilfe (oder mindestens zwei
Personen). Seien Sie vorsichtig bei der Rack-Installation oder -Entnahme, um ein
versehentliches Kippen des Racks zu vermeiden und das Rack nicht zu beschädigen
bzw. sich selbst zu verletzen.
AVERTISSEMENT: Afin d’éviter des blessures pendant l’installation, il est
recommande d’utiliser un monte-charge (ou au moins deux personnes) pour élever ou
aligner l’appareil. Faites attention lorsque vous insérez ou retirez l’appareil d’un
support, pour empêcher le déversement accidentel de la crémaillère causant des
dommages et des blessures.
1. Starting at the bottom set of rails, extend the middle rails until they lock,
moving the sliding assembly to the front of the middle rails.
2. Using the mechanical lifter, position the module in front of the rack, aligned with
the extended rails.
3. Slide the unit onto the middle rails and into the rack until it stops.
4. Secure it to the rack with the captive screws on the front of the unit.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the remaining modules in the correct order.
Aligning and Connecting Modules
Aligning the modules ensures that the robot can move freely between the modules. The
library will not operate unless the alignment mechanism is in the locked position.
1. From the front of the library, loosen the thumbscrews on each of the modules
two full turns.
2. From the back of the library, starting with the bottom pair of modules, align each
module with the module below. Repeat for each pair of modules.
a. Loosen the thumbscrew (1) on the module alignment mechanism.
b. Lower the alignment mechanism (2). If you encounter resistance, adjust the
position of the upper module so the pin in the alignment mechanism moves into
the hole in the lower module.
c. When the alignment mechanism is in the locked position, tighten the
thumbscrew (3).
3. Verify that the lowest module in the library has its alignment mechanism secured
in the unlocked position with the thumbscrew.
4. From the front of the library, use your fingers to tighten the thumbscrews on each
of the modules to secure the modules to the rack.
Step 4
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to equipment, always
remove any power cords while working with the unit.
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.
The expansion modules accept add-on components to enhance performance:
•The units come with one tape drive installed. Additional tape drives can be
installed in the empty bays. Always install the drives from the bottom up.
•Additional expansion modules can be added to the stack.
Once the expansion is secure in the rack, the additional items should then be installed
before hooking up the system. Follow the instructions enclosed with the add-on.
Step 5
Cable Attachment
1. Attach one end of the host interface cable to the expansion:
•For a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connected expansion, attach one end of the
SAS cable to Port A (left) SAS HBA on the SAS drive.
•For a Fibre Channel (FC) expansion, attach one end of the fibre cable to
Port A (top) connector on the FC drive, removing the cap if necessary.
2. Attach the other end of the host interface cable as follows:
•For a SAS expansion, connect the host interface cable to the host HBA,
using a direct SFF-8088 connection.
•For a Fibre Channel expansion, connect the fibre cable to the host or switch.
3. From the back of the library connect the lower module of each pair to its adjacent
module using the expansion interconnect cable.
SAS Tape Drive
FC Tape Drive
4. Plug the power cables into the power connectors on each module and into power
outlets.
NOTE: The expansion has dual redundant power supplies. To increase redundancy, plug
each power cord into a different AC power circuit.
Step 6
The expansion can be operated using either the Operator Control Panel (OCP) on the
front of the library module or remotely using the Remote Management Unit (RMU)
web interface.
Power On the Expansion
1. Power on the expansion by pressing the base library power button just below
the OCP; the green light will illuminate.
2. Start the Initial Configuration Wizard from the OCP.
3. Verify the host connection.
Step 7
User Guides
For detailed information on configuring your NEOxl 60 or NEOxl 80, refer to the NEO
XL-Series Tape Library User Guide available online:
http://docs.overlandstorage.com/neo
Warranty and Technical Support
For warranty and general technical support information:
http://www.overlandstorage.com/company/contact-us/index.aspx
For information on contacting Overland Technical Support:
http://docs.overlandstorage.com/support
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