Overland Storage NEO 2000e User manual

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IMPORTANT: Overland Storage requires that all NEO
Series parts be removed and replaced by an Overland
Storage authorized service provider. Improper installation may
result in damage which voids existing warranties.
This document describes how to remove and replace the
Shuttle Track assembly in a NEO 2000Elibrary from
Overland Storage.
WARNING: The GUI touch screen does not completely
shut off NEO SERIES system power. To reduce the risk
of electric shock or damage, unplug both power cords.
Unpacking the Spare
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the parts:
•NEO 2000EShuttle Track assembly
•Four (4) M4 hex locking nuts
•Four (4) M4 washers
•These instructions
Electrostatic Discharge Information
A discharge of static electricity can damage micro-circuitry
or static-sensitive devices. To help prevent Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD), observe standard ESD precautions.
1. If the library is operational:
a. Using the Graphical User Interface (GUI) or the
application software, remove any cartridges from
the drives to prevent damage.
b. Exit the application software and, if necessary, stop
the software services.
c. Use the GUI to remove all the magazines.
IMPORTANT: If the library is non-operational, the
doors can be manually opened by pushing a stiff
wire against the mechanical releases directly behind the
front panel.
Figure 1. Manual Door Release Locations
2. Power off the library as follows:
a. Use the GUI to power down the library.
b. Turn the power supply switches to OFF (O).
c. Remove the power cord.
3. Remove all external host cables.
4. To reduce weight, we recommend removing the drive
assemblies.
WARNING: It is recommended that a mechanical
lifter (or at least two people) be used to prevent
injury during rack installation or removal.
5. Using a mechanical lifter (or two people), remove the
unit from the rack and place on a secure ESD surface.
6. Remove and retain the two screws securing the front
top cover.
7. Lift and remove the front top cover, and set aside.
NEO ®2000E
Spare Shuttle Track Assembly
Remove & Replace Instructions
Overview & Notes
NEO-0168
Preparing the Library
NEO-0155
Manual Release
Manual Release

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1. Remove the shuttle:
a. By hand, turn the motor/track coupler until the
track is at a 45° or larger angle (Figure 2).
b. With one hand supporting the top of the shuttle,
grasp the shuttle base and carefully slide the
shuttle off the track.
Figure 2. Top View of Shuttle Track Showing Movable Section
c. Without twisting the flex cable, set the shuttle with
the PCB up on the top edge (Figure 3).
Figure 3. Set the Shuttle Aside; PCB Up
2. Remove the old track assembly:
a. Disconnect the motor and track sensor cables
from the flex cable card (Figure 4).
Figure 4. Cable Connections on Flex Cable Card
b. Remove the four hexhead nuts and washers
(Figure 5) securing the track to the chassis bottom.
Figure 5. Remove Hex Locking Nuts
c. Lift the old track assembly out and set it aside.
3. Install the new track assembly:
a. Position the new track assembly onto the four
threaded studs on the chassis bottom.
b. Secure the track with four new hexhead M4 nuts
and washers.
c. Connect the motor and track sensor cables to the
flex cable card.
4. Reinstall the shuttle:
a. By hand, turn the motor/track coupler until the
track is at a 45° or larger angle.
b. Carefully lift the shuttle and position it at the open
end of the track, checking that there are NO twists
in the flex cable (Figure 6).
Figure 6. Flex Cable Position Around Shuttle Spooler
NOTE: The open side of the shuttle should be on the left.
c. Slide the shuttle onto the track.
Replace the Track Assembly
NEO-0150
Motor/Track Coupler Shuttle
Assembly
Track Sensor
Cable (J3)
Motor
Cable (J2)
Hex Locking Nuts

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Power On Library
Before returning the unit to the rack, verify that it works.
1. Plug in the power cord.
2. Turn the power supply switch to ON (|).
3. Tap the GUI to power on the library.
4. Observe the POST process to verify the shuttle
assembly installation:
•Watch the shuttle assembly and track movement.
•Make sure that nothing interferes with the cable
assembly through its full range of motion.
NOTE: If problems occur, contact Overland Storage
Technical Support.
Run Diagnostics
Test the library’s operational mechanisms to make sure
they are running and operating properly.
NOTE: If you do receive errors, note them and contact
Overland Storage Technical Support.
1. From the touch-screen GUI, press Menu >
Diagnostics > Cartridge Cycle.
2. Run the Cartridge Cycle:
a. Press Start.
b. Allow the cycle to run at least 5 minutes.
c. Press Stop.
3. Using the Move Media function, load and unload a
cartridge from each drive.
4. Power off the library as follows:
a. Use the GUI to power down the library.
b. Turn the power supply switches to OFF (O).
c. Remove the power cord.
Reinstall the Library
1. Slide the front top cover tabs into their slots and
gently set the cover into place.
2. Reinstall the two retained cover screws.
1. Using a mechanical lifter (or two people), reinstall the
library into the rack.
2. Reinstall any removed drive assemblies.
3. Reattach all external host cables.
4. For SCSI systems, verify the terminators are still in
place.
Return Old Track Plate
1. Place removed parts in the replacement part box.
2. Follow directions included in the box for returning
parts to Overland Storage.
Power On and Test the Library
Additional Help
You can get additional technical support on the Internet at http://support.overlandstorage.com, or call
1-877-654-3429 (toll-free U.S. & Canada), [phone] (Europe), or [phone] Option 5 (International).