Sony NSS-S2 User manual

MEDIA STORAGE UNIT
NSS-S2
INSTALLATION MANUAL
1st Edition (Revised 1)
Serial No. 10001 and Higher

NSS-S2
!WARNING
This manual is intended for qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or injury, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
!WARNUNG
Die Anleitung ist nur für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal bestimmt.
Alle Wartungsarbeiten dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal ausgeführt werden. Um die
Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages, Feuergefahr und Verletzungen zu vermeiden, sind bei
Wartungsarbeiten strikt die Angaben in der Anleitung zu befolgen. Andere als die angegeben
Wartungsarbeiten dürfen nur von Personen ausgeführt werden, die eine spezielle Befähigung
dazu besitzen.
!AVERTISSEMENT
Ce manual est destiné uniquement aux personnes compétentes en charge de l’entretien. Afin
de réduire les risques de décharge électrique, d’incendie ou de blessure n’effectuer que les
réparations indiquées dans le mode d’emploi à moins d’être qualifié pour en effectuer d’autres.
Pour toute réparation faire appel à une personne compétente uniquement.
WARNING
This unit has no AC power switch.
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily
accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or
connect the power cord to a socket-outlet which must be
provided near the unit and easily accessible, so that the
user can turn off the power in case a fault should occur.
WARNUNG
Dieses Gerät hat keinen AC-Netzschalter.
Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Festkabel ein
leicht zugänglicher Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder das
Netzkabel mu
ß mit einer in der Nähe des Geräts
befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen Wandsteckdose
verbunden werden, damit sich bei einer
Funktionsstörung die Stromversorgung zum Gerät
jederzeit unterbrechen lä
ß t.
For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral
device wiring that might have excessive voltage to the
following port(s).
: 100BASE-TX connector
Follow the instructions for the above port(s).

NSS-S2 1 (P)
Attention-when the product is installed in Rack:
1. Prevention against overloading of branch circuit
When this product is installed in a rack and is
supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please
make sure that the rack does not overload the supply
circuit.
2. Providing protective earth
When this product is installed in a rack and is
supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please
confirm that the outlet is provided with a suitable
protective earth connection.
3. Internal air ambient temperature of the rack
When this product is installed in a rack, please make
sure that the internal air ambient temperature of the
rack is within the specified limit of this product.
4. Prevention against achieving hazardous
condition due to uneven mechanical loading
When this product is installed in a rack, please make
sure that the rack does not achieve hazardous
condition due to uneven mechanical loading.
5. Install the equipment while taking the operating
temperature of the equipment into consideration
For the operating temperature of the equipment, refer
to the specifications of the Operation Manual.
6. When performing the installation, keep the
following space away from walls in order to
obtain proper exhaust and radiation of heat.
Rear: 10 cm (4 inches) or more
Laser Diode Properties
Wave length : 850 nm
Emission duration : Continuous
Laser output power : 0.5 mW (max.) (Specification
of an optical pickup)
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This Media Storage Unit is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

NSS-S2
2 (P)
PRECAUTIONS
Use the specified power cord only
Use of power cords other than the specified ones may
cause fire or electric shock.
Do not damage the power cord
A damaged power cord may cause fire or electric shock.
When mounting the unit in a rack, be careful not to
catch the power cord in the rails.
Do not install the unit in humid or dusty locations
Dust, soot, and oil particles in the ambient atmosphere
may cause fire or electric shock.
Install the dedicated circuit breaker or power switch
This unit is not equipped with an AC power switch.
Install the dedicated circuit breaker or power switch,
and/or plug the power cord in the outlet.
Do not block the ventilation slots
If the ventilation slots are blocked, overheating inside
the unit may cause fire. Observe the following points to
ensure adequate ventilation.
.Do not install in narrow or sealed locations.
.Remove dust from the fan and air filter.
Install in a stable location
Installation in an unstable place may cause the unit fall,
resulting in injury.
Do not stack the units
Do not stack two or more units on top of each other.
Mount in a rack to avoid the risk of the unit sliding and
causing injury.
Ground the unit safely
Failure to ground the unit may cause electric shock.
Handling the unit by holding the designated
positions
When handling the unit, be sure to hold the following
positions.
Otherwise, the unit may break and fall, causing injury.
.Rack angle
.Bottom case
Especially, do not hold the front panel or the handle of
the power supply unit.
Carry the unit with more than two persons
The total weight of this unit is 32 kg.
Carrying the unit with less than two persons may cause
injury.
Mount with more than two persons
The total weight of this unit is 32 kg.
Mounting the unit with less than two persons may cause
injury.
Mount only with the specified rack mount rails
Rack mount rails other than those specified for this unit
may not be strong enough to support the unit, risking
possible collapse and injury.
Secure the unit to a rack with the screws
If the unit is not secured completely, this may cause the
unit fall off, resulting in injury. Be sure to secure the unit
with the screws when mounting to the rack. (Refer to
“1-6. Rack Mounting”)
Plug and connector of the power cord must be
inserted as far as they can go
Plug and connector of the power cord must be inserted
into the AC inlet as far as they can go.

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NSS-S2
Table of Contents
Manual Structure
Purpose of this manual ........................................................... 3 (E)
Related manuals ..................................................................... 3 (E)
Contents .................................................................................. 3 (E)
Trademark .............................................................................. 3 (E)
1. Installation
1-1. Cautions before Installation ..................................... 1-1 (E)
1-2. Installation Procedure .............................................. 1-2 (E)
1-3. Operating Conditions and Installation Space .......... 1-2 (E)
1-4. Power Supply ........................................................... 1-4 (E)
1-4-1. Information for Power Supply ........................ 1-4 (E)
1-4-2. Recommended Power Cord ............................ 1-4 (E)
1-5. Setting the Switch for the Backup Battery .............. 1-5 (E)
1-6. Rack Mounting ........................................................ 1-6 (E)
1-7. Installing the HDD Unit ........................................... 1-8 (E)
1-8. Signal Input and Output ........................................... 1-9 (E)
1-9. Connecting Connectors and Cables ......................... 1-9 (E)
1-10. Connection ............................................................. 1-10 (E)
1-11. Checks after Connection ........................................ 1-11 (E)
1-12. Menu Settings ........................................................ 1-13 (E)
1-12-1. Displaying of Menus .................................... 1-13 (E)
1-12-2. Setting of Device Name ............................... 1-14 (E)
1-12-3. Setting of Network ....................................... 1-15 (E)
1-12-4. Executing of Logical Formatting ................. 1-16 (E)
1-13. SNMP .................................................................... 1-17 (E)
1-13-1. Setting of Community Name ........................ 1-17 (E)
1-13-2. Setting of TRAP IP ...................................... 1-18 (E)
1-14. Setting of FAN MODE .......................................... 1-18 (E)
2. Service Overview
2-1. Cleaning the Air Filter ............................................. 2-1 (E)
2-2. Functional Descriptions of Board Switches
and LEDs ................................................................. 2-2 (E)
2-2-1. PU-124 Board ................................................. 2-2 (E)
2-2-2. MPU-136 Board ............................................. 2-8 (E)
2-2-3. DP-405 Board ............................................... 2-10 (E)

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NSS-S2
Purpose of this manual
This manual is the installation manual of Media Storage Unit NSS-S2.
This manual is intended for use by trained system and service engineers, and
describes the information regarding installation.
Related manuals
Besides this Installation Manual, the following manuals are available for the
NSS-S2.
..
..
.NSS-S2 Operation Manual (supplied with the NSS-S2)
This manual describes the application and operation of the NSS-S2.
Part number: 3-903-843-XX
..
..
.NSS-S2 Maintenance Manual (available on request)
This manual describes the information that premise the service based on main
parts replacement (service overview, maintenance functions, replacement of the
parts and boards, circuit descriptions and block diagram, etc.).
If this manual is required, please contact your local Sony Sales Office/Service
Center.
Part number: 9-968-191-XX
Contents
The following is a summary of all the section for understanding the contents of this
manual.
Section 1 Installation
Explains the operating conditions, installation space, power supply, rack mounting,
installing the HDD unit, connection, and checks after connection.
Section 2 Service Overview
Explains the cleaning procedure of the air filter, the function and factory setting of
the switches and LEDs on the board.
Trademark
Trademarks and registered trademarks used in this manual are follows.
.Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Manual Structure

1-1 (E)
NSS-S2
1-1. Cautions before Installation
The Hard Disk Drives (HDD) are installed in this unit. The HDD is a precision part. The causes such as
shock, vibration and static electricity to the unit, and the conditions of temperature and humidity may
damage HDD or its data.
Before installation, read fully the following cautions, and perform the installation with extra care.
Cautions about shock and vibration
When transporting and moving;
.Pack the unit using the packaging materials specified by the manufacturer.
.Use a proper cart.
.Avoid rough routes, and manage the cart gently.
When placing on a floor or table;
.Put a cushion on stable and horizontal place, and put the unit on it gently.
.Do not place the unit near vibrating equipments.
For the unit;
.Never hit the unit, and drop the tool on the unit.
Take extra care;
.Never give vibration or shock to the unit while the power is turned on, or within about 30 seconds after
turning off the power.
.Be extremely careful when removing and/or installing the HDD unit or power supply unit while the unit
is in live state.
Cautions about rack mounting the unit
.Mount in the rack after removing all built-in HDD from the unit.
.Never give shock to all the rack mounted unit which has a HDD.
Caution about static electricity
.Keep static-producing items such as plastics (air caps or others) away from the working area.
.When touching the HDD unit, be sure to wear a grounded earth-band to protect against static electricity.
Cautions about temperature and humidity
.Temperature and humidity of storage and operating condition must be kept within the correct specified
range.
.Never turn on the power with the cabinet is removed in consideration of the air-cooling effect.
Cautions when an error appears in a HDD
.Treat this unit conform to the above cautions, even when an error appeared.
.Keep the unit in the condition in which the error appeared, and record the details of the error.
Section 1
Installation

1-2 (E) NSS-S2
1-2. Installation Procedure
n
Keep the packing materials, such as carton, cushion, and so
on after unpacking.
When the unit is transported, pack the unit using the
supplied materials.
The following flowchart shows the installation procedure
of this unit.
Refer to each item in this manual for details.
1-3. Operating Conditions and
Installation Space
1. Set the operating temperature and humidity
within the following conditions.
Operating temperature +5 dC to +40 dC
Operating humidity +20 % to +90 %
(No condensation)
Storage temperature _20 dC to +60 dC
2. Do not install this unit in the following
locations.
.Areas where the unit will be exposed to direct
sunlight or any other strong lights
.Dusty areas or areas where is subjected to vibration
.Areas with strong electric or magnetic fields
.Areas near heat sources
.Areas where is subjected to electrical noise
.Areas where is subjected to static electricity noise
.Unstable and unbalanced areas
3. To prevent the internal temperature rise, pay
attention to circulation of air in the place
where this unit is installed.
The rear side of this unit should be 10 cm away from
the walls for ventilation.
Start
Determination
of installation place
Switch setting
Rack mounting
Installing the
HDD unit
Connection
Checks after connection
End
1-3. Operating Conditions
and Installation Space
1-4. Power Supply
1-5. Setting the Switch for
the Backup Battery
1-6. Rack Mounting
1-7. Installing the HDD Unit
1-8. Signal Input and Output
1-9. Connecting Connectors
and Cables
1-10. Connection
1-11. Checks after Connection

1-3 (E)
NSS-S2
4. Installation Space
c
Do not block the ventilation slots.
If the ventilation slots are blocked, overheating inside the unit may cause fire. The rear side of this unit
should be 10 cm away from the walls for ventilation.
m
.The rear side of this unit should be 50 cm away from the walls for maintenance and replacement of the
power supply unit.
.If the power is turned on with the cabinet removed, the air-cooling effect of the fan is greatly reduced
which can result in damaging the PU-124 board and HDD or its data. Avoid the operation when the
cabinet is removed.
MEDIA STORAGE UNIT NSS-S2
POWER SYSTEM BUSY
440
(440)
402
465 35.4 263.5 231
115.5
469.5
55
482
547.9
584.9
30
89
131
150.1
Unit : mm

1-4 (E) NSS-S2
1-4. Power Supply
1-4-1. Information for Power Supply
A switching regulator is used for the power supply of this
unit. The voltage within the range of 100 V to 240 V can
be used without changing the supply voltage.
Power voltage : AC 100 V to 240 V
Power frequency : 50/60 Hz
Power consumption : 490 W (500 VA)
(continuous rating)
w
This unit has no AC power switch.
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible
disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power
cord to a socket-outlet which must be provided near the
unit and easily accessible, so that the user can turn off the
power in case a fault should occur.
21
AC inlet
21
AC inlet
AC inlet
2
1
1-4-2. Recommended Power Cord
Recommended parts
For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada:
1Power cord 125 V 10 A (2.4 m): !1-551-812-31
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
For customers in the United Kingdom:
1Power cord 250 V 10 A (2.4 m): !1-551-631-61
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
For customers in European countries except the
United Kingdom:
1Power cord 250 V 10 A (2.4 m): !1-551-631-00
2Plug holder (Brown): 3-613-640-01
If the unit is used in the area except above, please contact
your local Sony Sales Office/Service Center.
w
.Use the specified power cord only.
.Do not damage to the power cord.
c
.Ground the unit safely.
.Plug and connector of the power cord must be inserted
into the AC inlet as far as they can go.

1-5 (E)
NSS-S2
Handle
Handle
PU-124 board
assembly
B3 x6
1-5. Setting the Switch for the Backup
Battery
n
When the switch for the backup battery set to OFF, if the
power supply switch is turned OFF, the management data
stored in the unit is erased, and the unit returns to the
factory default state. Be sure to set the switch for the
backup battery to ON.
1. Remove the two screws and pull out the PU-124 board
assembly in the direction of the arrow while holding
the handle.
S2002
BATTERY ON BATTERY OFF
PU-124 board assembly
2. Set S2002 (E-1) to ON.
3. Install the PU-124 board assembly by reversing step 1.

1-6 (E) NSS-S2
1-6. Rack Mounting
c
.Install in a stable space.
If the rack mount is installed on an incline or unstable
stand, the equipment may fall and cause injury.
.Use the specified rack mount rail.
If not, it may cause injury by falling off the unit because
strength of rail is not enough.
.Handling the unit by holding the designated positions.
When handling the unit, be sure to hold the following
positions.
Otherwise, the unit may break and fall, causing injury.
.Rack angle
.Bottom case
Especially, do not hold the front panel or the handle of
the power supply unit.
The unit can be mounted in an EIA standard 19-inch rack.
When installing the equipment in the rack, be sure to use
the specified rack mount rail and follow the procedure
described below. If the equipment is not installed correctly,
it may fall or the rack may fall.
Specified rack mount rail: RMM-10 (option)
n
Mount in the rack after removing the HDD from the unit.
Componets of RMM-10
.Rack brackets : 2 pcs
.Rack mounting adaptor (right) : 1 pc
[Including two screws (B4 x6: 7-682-560-09)]
.Rack mounting adaptor (left) : 1 pc
[Including two screws (B4 x6: 7-682-560-09)]
.Rack bracket fixing screws : 6 pcs
(B4 x6: 7-682-560-09)
.Adaptor fixing screws (B4 x10: 7-682-562-09) : 6 pcs
Required other parts
To mount the unit in the rack, the following parts
are required. (supplied with the NSS-S2)
.Screw (RK5 x16: 7-682-378-04) : 4 pcs
.Ornamental washers (2-297-913-01) : 4 pcs
n
Standard tightening torque value
Screw size Standard tightening torque value
M4.0 120 x10_2N.m (12.2 kgf.cm)
B4 x6
Foot holder
assembly
B4 x6
B4 x6
Rack bracket
Rack bracket
Rack mounting procedure
1. If there is any equipment with an HDD installed in the
rack and the main power on, turn off the main power.
2. Remove the four screws from the side of the unit, lift
up the unit, and remove the four foot-holder assem-
blies.
3. Attach the rack brackets on the side panels of the unit
with the specified six screws.
n
Be sure to use B4 x6 as a screw.

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4. Loosen the screws at the rear side of the each adaptor,
then adjust each adaptor length to the rack depth.
(Following figure is case of left side.)
n
The maximum depth of an adaptor is 750 mm.
The minimum depth of an adaptor is 595 mm.
5. Firmly lay the right and left adaptors in the rack with
the specified six screws.
(Following figure is case of left side.)
6. Fasten the length adjustment screws which are loos-
ened in step 4.
B4 x6
Adaptor
Portion of
the rail
Unit : mm
31.75
31.75
B4 x10
B4 x10
3U
7. Align the crook of the each rack bracket on the side
panels of the unit with the rail, then slide the unit
backward.
n
Each rack bracket covers the rails as shown in the
figure below.
8. Fix the unit to the rack with the specified screws and
ornamental washers.
Rack bracket Rack bracket
RailRail
Rack
Rack angle
Rack angle
RK5 x16
Ornamental
washers
Ornamental
washers
RK5 x16

1-8 (E) NSS-S2
1-7. Installing the HDD Unit
m
.When installing the HDD unit, be sure to wear a ground-
ed earth-band to protect against static electricity.
.If the removed HDD unit needs to be put down, place it
on a cushion gently.
.Put the HDD unit with the board facing up.
1. Fully loosen the two screws (with drop-safe) and
remove the front panel.
2. Open the control panel.
Board facing up
Cushion
3. After the lever starts rotating, insert the HDD unit into
the slot carefully and push the lever slowly in the
direction of the arrow A to attach it.
n
Insert the HDD unit so that the board on the HDD unit
faces to the left when viewed from the front.
4. Stick the HDD No. label for the slot on the front.
Screws
(with drop-safe)
Screws
(with drop-safe)
Front panel
Control panel
Levers
A
A
HDD No. label
HDD unit

1-9 (E)
NSS-S2
1-8. Signal Input and Output
ETHER : 100BASE-TX (8-pin Modular jack)
<External view>
Pin No. Signal
1 TX +
2 TX _
3 RX +
4-5 _
6 RX _
7-8 _
MAIN READY
LINK
2 (OPTION)
LINK
TX RX TX RX
1
FIBRE CHANNEL
100BASE-TX
1
8
12
FIBRE CHANNEL : LC connector
<External View>
Pin No. Signal
1TX
2RX
1-9. Connecting Connectors and Cables
When connecting cables to various connectors on the rear panel at the time of installing or servicing,
connect the following connectors/cable or their equivalents.
NSS-S2 Matching Connector/Cable
Panel Indication Connector Connector/Cable Sony Part No.
100BASE-TX Modular jack RJ45 _
UTP (Unshielded twisted-pair)
cable
FIBRE CHANNEL LC connector Optical fiber cable with LC _
connector
Fiber classification: GI (50/125)

1-10 (E) NSS-S2
1-10. Connection
The connection of the 12 I/O configuration is as follows.
Connect two units of NSS-V2 and two units of NSS-S2 via the fiber channel.
Connect the LOCAL Ethernet and the GLOBAL Ethernet as shown in the following figure.
Eg. 12 I/O configuration
Ethernet Switch
Ethernet Switch Ethernet 1
Ethernet 1
Ethernet 2
Ethernet 2
REF VIDEO IN TC IN
9pin
Controller
Fibre Channel Switch
File Manager PC
Transfer Manager PC
SDI OUT
SDI IN
TC IN
REMOTE
REMOTE
100BASE-TX (LOCAL 1)
100BASE-TX (LOCAL 1)
100BASE-TX (LOCAL 1)
FC 2
FC 1
100BASE-TX 1
100BASE-TX
(LOCAL 1)
Fibre Channel 1
Fibre Channel 2
TC IN
REF VIDEO IN SDI OUT
REMOTE
9pin
Controller
NSS-V2 NSS-V2
NSS-S2NSS-S2
FC 1
100BASE-TX 1
Ethernet for
Data Transfer
Ethernet for
Maintenance
FC 1
SDI OUT
SDI IN
TC IN
REMOTE
SDI OUT
FC 2
FC 1

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1-11. Checks after Connection
Followings are check items after connection.
Confirm that the unit operates normally by checking each item.
No. Check Item Check Countermeasure/Status
1Green The two power units are running normally.
Amber An abnormality occurred in one of the power
units *1).
Red (blinking) An abnormality occurred in the two power
units *1).
2Check the lighting color of the SYSTEM Green Blinks during the unit initialization.
lamp on the front panel. Self-diagnostic ends normally and the unit is
running normally.
Amber An abnormality occurred in the unit
(blinking) (recording and playing are possible).
Or the link of FIBRE CHANNEL is not
established.
Red (blinking) Fatal abnormality occurred in the unit.
(recording and playing are not possible).
3Check the lighting color of the BUSY Green Accessing the HDD is in progress.
lamp on the front panel.
MEDIA STORAGE UNIT NSS-S2
POWER SYSTEM BUSY
REAR
FRONT
1234
Check the lighting color of the POWER
lamp on the front panel.

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No. Check Item Check Countermeasure/Status
4Check the lighting color of the POWER lamp Green Power was supplied to the corresponding
on the rear side of the unit. power unit.
Red (blinking/ An abnormality occurred in the corresponding
lights on) power unit *1).
5Check the lighting color of the HDD indicator Green The corresponding HDD is running normally.
lamp on top of the slot. (Lights on) Green (blinking) during the recording and
playing the corresponding HDD.
Amber Initializing the corresponding HDD is in
(Lights on) progress, or warning occurs.
Red An abnormality ocurred in the corresponding
(Lights on) HDD *2). Or HDD is not installed.
*1) : When replacing the power unit, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
*2) : Refer to the Maintenance Manual for the HDD unit removal procedure.
FRONT
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