SnapServer
™
DX2 / SnapExpansion
™
Spare Chassis Upgrade Instructions
This document describes how to swap out an older version of the SnapServer DX2 or SnapExpansion chassis (with the captive screws on the bottom of the side flanges) with a newer chassis (with the captive screws at the top of the side flanges).
Old Chassis
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to equipment, always remove any power cords while working with the unit.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique ou endommagement de l'équipement, retirez toujours les cordons électriques en travaillant avec l'appareil.
Captive Screws
New Chassis
CAUTION:
While working with the unit, observe standard
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to prevent damage to micro-circuitry or static-sensitive devices.
Prepare the Unit
Power Off and Disconnect
If the unit is still running, power it down cleanly:
1.
Use the Web Management Interface to shutdown the server ( Maintenance > Reboot and Shutdown > Shutdown ).
2.
When all the LEDs are off, disconnect the power cords .
3.
Disconnect the remaining cables from the unit.
Remove the Front Bezel
Carefully take hold of the bezel and pull it straight out from the appliance until the magnets release.
Set it aside for return with the old chassis.
Remove All Carriers
IMPORTANT: Overland recommends that you remove the disk drives to lessen the unit’s weight prior to removal.
NOTE: Do not remove the disk drives from their carriers. Doing so voids the drive warranty.
Remove all the carriers from the old chassis, both those with disk drives and blank (empty) ones, for transfer to the new chassis:
1.
Press the release button on the right side of the carrier.
2.
Using the built-in handle , pull the carrier out.
3.
Set the carrier on a secure surface.
4.
Repeat Steps 1–3 for
all the remaining carriers.
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Power Sockets Cable Ports
DX2
Spare Chassis Upgrade Instructions
Remove Unit from Rack
WARNING:
It is recommended that a mechanical lifter (or at least two people) be used during rack installation or removal to prevent injury.
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 bottom of the front flanges, and slide the chassis out until it stops.
2.
Release the rail locks and continue to slide the chassis out onto the lifter.
3.
Move the old chassis onto a secure surface .
4.
Unpack the new chassis and place it next to the old one.
Update Rail Kit
Remove Old Rail Kit
NOTE: The new chassis requires a different rail kit than the old chassis used. A new rail kit is provided.
1.
Remove the attached inner slide rails from the old chassis before packing it for return to Overland: a.
Remove and discard the three screws holding a rail on the side of the old chassis, and set the rail aside.
b.
Repeat
Step 1
for the other rail .
2.
Remove the old rails from the rack. Discard all screws.
3.
Insert the inner rails into the outer rails.
Set the rails aside for return with the old chassis.
Install New Rail Kit
1.
Use the steps from the included Quick Start Guide to install the new inner rails on the new chassis.
2.
Use the steps from the included Quick Start Guide to install the new outer rails in the rack: a.
Perform the Attach the Inner Rail steps.
b.
Perform the Size the Outer Rails to Rack steps.
c.
Perform the appropriate Attach Outer Rails steps.
Steps vary based on the type of rack (Squared-holed,
Threaded Round-holed, or Non-threaded Round-holed).
Old Chassis
Secure Surface
New Chassis
Old Inner Rail Side View
New Inner Rail Side View
Screws
Slide Rail Set
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Spare Chassis Upgrade Instructions
Move Parts to New Chassis
NOTE: The SnapExpansion does not have any internal parts to move. If replacing that chassis, continue with “Return Chassis to Rack.”
Remove Top Panels
1.
At the old chassis , remove and retain the six screws on the sides and top securing the rear top panel.
2.
Slide the panel toward the rear about one-half inch
(1.25cm), lift it off, and set it aside.
3.
Repeat Steps 1–2 for the
new chassis .
2 Screws
On Side
Move All DIMMs
NOTE: Memory DIMMs must go into specific slots in a specific order. Failure to add the DIMM to the next slot in the order may result in the unit not recognizing the extra memory.
Older motherboards (with blackblue blue blue DIMM slots) came with a single DIMM in Slot 1. Additional DIMMs may have been added in the order shown (2, 3, and then 4).
Newer motherboards have blue -blackblue -black DIMM slots with DIMMs being added in the order shown ( blue then black).
1.
At the new chassis , press both latches down to open
Slot 1.
2.
Remove a DIMM in the old chassis by pressing the latches on each end and popping the DIMM out.
3.
Position the DIMM in Slot 1 of the new chassis , lining up the DIMM notch with the guide in the slot.
4.
Firmly press the DIMM down until it latches locking it in place.
5.
Repeat Steps 1–4 for any
other DIMMs in the old chassis following the slot order.
Move Optional PCIe Cards
NOTE: Do not move the SAS card from the old chassis; the new chassis has the connections built into the motherboard. However, if any optional cards were added, they need to be moved.
1.
At the old chassis, along the top of the rear wall, release and lift the bracket lock holding the PCIe cards in place.
2.
At the new chassis, locate an empty slot of the proper size for the card being moved and remove the rear slot cover retaining the screw.
3.
At the old chassis, grasp the card and carefully pull it straight up and out of the slot.
4.
At the new chassis, insert the card in the prepared slot, positioning the card bracket in the rear bracket slot.
5.
Press down on the card until it is secured in the slot.
6.
Use the retained screw to secure the bracket to the rear wall of the new chassis.
7.
Repeat Steps 2–6 for any other optional cards.
8.
At the old chassis, fold down and press the bracket lock until it locks (clicks) into place.
Old
4
1
2
3
New
1
3
2
4
Bracket
Lock
Screw
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Reinstall Top Panels
1.
At the new chassis, position its top panel in place 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 six retained screws , secure the panel.
4.
Repeat Steps 1–3 for the
old chassis .
Return Chassis to Rack
Install the Chassis
1.
Pull the middle rails of the newly installed rail kit out of the rack.
2.
Using the mechanical lifter, position the chassis in front of the rack rails.
3.
Connect the server rails into the rack rails, and slide the chassis in all the way.
4.
Secure the unit using the two captive screws on the top of the front flanges.
Reinstall the Carriers
1.
Position a carrier in front of an empty slot.
2.
Slide the carrier in until the latch clicks, locking it in the slot.
3.
Repeat Steps 1–2 for
all remaining carriers.
IMPORTANT: To maintain proper airflow and cooling, a drive assembly or a blank carrier must be installed in every slot. No empty slots are allowed.
Attach the Bezel
1.
Position the new bezel with the tabs aligned inside the top and bottom edges of the chassis.
2.
Move the bezel toward the unit until the magnets make contact.
3.
Verify that the bezel is properly aligned with all the
LEDs visible and the Power Panel on the right side in line with the hole on the bezel flange.
Attach Cables and Power Cords
1.
Reattach the data cables to the same connections previously used.
2.
Attach the power cords .
3.
At the front, press the power switch to power the unit
ON.
2 Screws
On Side
Magnets
Power Sockets
Tabs
SnapExpansion
Cable Ports
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Spare Chassis Upgrade Instructions
Important – Read This Before Continuing
If the version of GuardianOS on the new chassis is different from the version on the disk drives, the appliance goes through a special initialization and synchronization process that can take up to 10 minutes to complete. During this time, the
Status LED flashes an alternating green and amber pattern.
Do NOT remove the power in this state.
Once initialization is complete, the system automatically reboots and the Status LED displays a solid green color.
If the GuardianOS versions are the same on both the chassis and drives, the appliance boots normally.
Status
CAUTION:
Under no circumstances should power be removed while the system is in this state! Doing so may render the appliance inoperable.
Validate the System
Log onto the SnapServer Web Management Interface and verify your connections and settings. Check for flashing front
LEDs indicating errors. Refer to the user guide to resolve.
NOTE: If the server was configured as an EDR master console, new licenses must be installed, as they are based on the server number.
If there are any problems, contact Overland Technical Support: http://docs.overlandstorage.com/support
Return Old Parts to Overland
1.
Place the old chassis in the anti-static bag and put it in the replacement part’s box.
2.
Place the old bezel and old rail kit (both inner and outer rails) in the top packing box
3.
Put the packing box in the top of the shipping box.
4.
Close and seal the box .
5.
Use an RMA to return the parts to Overland Storage .
For return shipping details and RMA number, go to: http://docs.overlandstorage.com/return-instructions
Rails
Chassis
Bezel
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You can get additional technical support on the Internet at the Overland Storage Support web page , or by contacting Overland Storage using the information found on the Contact Us page on our web site.
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