Overland Tandberg SnapServer DX2 User manual

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SnapServer®DX2
Add-on/Spare PCIe Card Instructions
This document describes how to add a PCIe card to or replace
an existing PCIe card in an Overland-Tandberg SnapServer
DX2.
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.
CAUTION: While working with the unit, observe standard
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to prevent damage
to micro-circuitry or static-sensitive devices.
NOTE: The Spare may come without the mounting bracket.
Reuse the existing bracket.
Register a New PCIe Card
NOTE: If you are only replacing an existing PCIe card, skip ahead to
the next section, “Prepare the Unit.”
It is essential that the product be registered because technical
and warranty support is not available until then.
For an existing customer:
1. Go to http://support.overlandstorage.com/ support page.
2. Enter your e-mail address and password, and then
press Enter or click the right arrow (>).
3. At the Support Home page, click Register New.
4. Enter the requested information and click Submit.
Your warranty certificate will be emailed to you. Follow
the instructions in the email to complete the process.
For a new customer, go to the New User Registration page
and follow the instructions.
Existing User Login
New User Registration
Prepare the Unit
Power Off and Disconnect
If the unit is still running, power it down cleanly:
1. Use the Web Management Interface to power off the unit
(
Maintenance > Shutdown/Restart > Shutdown ).
2. When all the LEDs are off, disconnect the power cords.
3. Disconnect the remaining cables from the unit, noting
their locations.
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Power Sockets Data Cables

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SnapServer DX2 Add-on/Spare PCIe Card Instructions
Remove the Front Bezel
1. Carefully take hold of the front bezel and pull it straight
out from the appliance until it releases.
2. Set the bezel aside on a secure surface.
Remove the Drives
IMPORTANT: Overland recommends that you remove all the
drives to reduce the unit’s weight prior to rack removal.
1. Press the release button on the right side of the carrier.
2. Using the built-in handle, pull the carrier out.
Repeat this procedure for all the remaining carriers.
NOTE: Do not remove the drives from their carriers as doing so
voids the drive warranty.
Remove the Chassis from the Rack
WARNING: It is recommended that a mechanical lifter (or at
least two people) be used during rack installation or removal to
prevent injury.
WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, empfehlen wir zur
Rack-Installation oder -Deinstallation die Nutzung einer
mechanischen Hebehilfe (oder mindestens zwei Personen).
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour éviter toute blessure il est
recommande qu'un monte-charge (ou deux personnes au
moins) soit utilisé lors de l'installation ou de l'enlèvement du
support.
1. Release the two captive screws on the lower left and
lower right of the front flanges.
2. Slide the chassis out until it stops.
3. With a lifter positioned in front of the chassis, release the
rail locks and slide the chassis onto the lifter.
4. Move the chassis onto a secure surface.
Install/Replace the PCIe Card
Remove the Rear Top Panel
1. Remove and retain the four screws on the sides holding
the rear top panel.
2. Using the panel depressions, slide the panel rearward
about one-half inch (1.25cm).
3. Lift the rear top panel off and set it aside.
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Chassis
Secure Surface
Screws
Screws

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SnapServer DX2 Add-on/Spare PCIe Card Instructions
Replace the PCIe Card
NOTE: If installing an additional PCIe card, go to “Install a New
PCIe Card.”
1. At the rear (on top of the chassis wall), release and lift the
bracket lock holding the cards in place.
2. Grasp the existing PCIe card and carefully pull it
straight up and out of the slot, then set it aside.
3. Insert the new PCIe card into the same slot, positioning
the card bracket in the rear bracket slot.
4. Fold down and press the bracket lock until it clicks into
place.
Continue with “Reinstall the Rear Top Panel.”
Install a New PCIe Card
Install the new PCIe card in the next available PCIe slot on the
motherboard.
1. At the rear (on top of the chassis wall), release and lift the
bracket lock holding the cards in place.
2. Insert the new PCIe card into the next empty slot on the
motherboard, positioning the card bracket in the rear
bracket slot.
3. Fold down and press the bracket lock until it clicks into
place.
Reinstall the Rear Top Panel
1. Position the rear top panel on the chassis with no more
than one-half inch (1.25cm) extending out over the rear
of the unit.
2. Slide the panel forward until it is fully seated.
3. Using the four retained screws, secure the panel.
Reinstall the Chassis in the Rack
Remount the Chassis
1. Pull the middle rack rails out of the rack.
2. Using the mechanical lifter, position the chassis in front
of the rack rails.
3. Slide the chassis side rails into the rack rails, and push
the chassis all the way to the rear.
4. Secure the chassis using the two captive screws on the
front flanges.
Bracket
Lock
Bracket
Lock
Screws
Screws

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SnapServer DX2 Add-on/Spare PCIe Card Instructions
Reinstall the Carriers
1. Position the drive carrier in front of a drive bay.
2. Push the carrier in until the latch closes, locking the
carrier in the drive bay.
Repeat the procedure for each remaining drive carrier.
IMPORTANT: To maintain proper airflow and cooling, a drive or
blank carrier must be installed in every bay. No empty bays are
allowed.
Reattach the Bezel
1. Position the bezel with the tabs aligned inside the top and
bottom edges of the chassis.
2. Push the bezel onto the unit until it snaps into place.
3. Verify that the bezel is aligned properly with all the
LEDs visible and the Power Panel on the right side in line
with the hole on the bezel flange.
Reattach the Cables and Power Cords
1. Reattach all the cables (not including the power cords) to
the same chassis connections previously used.
2. Next, attach the power cords.
3. At the front, press the power switch to power it on.
Return the Replaced Part to Overland
1. Put the replaced part in the anti-static bag and place it
in the box the part came in.
2. Use an RMA to return the part to Overland Storage.
For an RMA number and return shipping details, go to:
http://docs.overlandstorage.com/return-instructions
Magnets Bezel Tabs
Power Sockets Data Cables