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Part Number 10400217-101 11/2008

©2008 Overland Storage, Inc.

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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.

The same type of cooling fan is located above each Card 
Cage. Their downward airflow enhances cooling of the 
optional expansion cards when installed. 
This document describes how to remove and replace a 
Card Cage cooling fan in a NEO 2000 or NEO 4000 library 
from Overland Storage.

NOTE: The replacement fan is a few thousands of an inch 
thicker than the one it replaces in the Lower Card Cage so that 
the included flat-head screws MUST BE USED to install it.

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: 

Cooling Fan

Two new flat-head M3x20mm screws

Two cable ties

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.

Remove the Old Fan

1.

Remove and retain the 11 

screws

 that secure the cover 

to the library.

2.

Lift the 

cover

 slightly and move it toward the front 

about 1/2 inch (12cm).

3.

Lift the inside edge about 45° (

Figure 1

) and unplug the 

connector

 from the fan to the card cage backplane.

Figure 1.  Upper Fan Cover Removal Rear View

4.

Set the cover upside down (

Figure 2

and carefully cut 

the two cable ties holding the fan cable to the cover.

Figure 2.  Cable Ties and Screws

5.

Remove and DISCARD the 

two screws

 that secure the 

fan to the cover. Retain the cover.

Install the New Fan

1.

Position the 

new fan

 over the mounting posts.

IMPORTANT:  Verify that fan airflow (arrow on fan) is 
directed away from the cover plate.

 

NEO

®

 2000/4000

Card Cage Fan

Remove & Replace Instructions

Overview & Notes

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Replacing the Upper Fan (NEO 2000/4000)

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Connector

Fan

Cover

Air Flow
Indicator

Cable Ties

Screws

Deflector

Notch

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