background image

Field Service Documentation

1

Snap Server 4500

Copyright © 2009,  Overland Storage, Inc. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does 
not represent a commitment on the part of Overland Storage or any of its subsidiaries.

Installing a SAS HBA Card

The SAS HBA card is required for connectivity to an S50 expansion array.

Caution  

 There are static-sensitive electronics inside the unit. Before you handle any 

parts, make sure you are working at a static-controlled workstation and that you are 

properly grounded.

Shutting Down the Server

Power down the server before you make any repairs.

 Improper shutdown may lead to 

loss of data or physical harm. 

1

To start the shutdown process, press the power 

button on the front of the server.    

The green power LED remains lit until the shutdown 

process is complete. 

DO NOT

 disconnect the AC 

power cord while the LED remains lit.

2

After the power LED is off, disconnect the AC power cord(s) and all other cables 

from the back of the server.

3

The server is heavy. With the help of an assistant, remove the server from the 

rack to a clean surface with ample room to the front and rear.

Removing the Top Cover and SCSI Card

1

Remove the top cover of the Snap Server by turning the cover retention screw at 

the back of the server counterclockwise until it becomes loose.

Summary of Contents for 5325301841

Page 1: ...e Server Power down the server before you make any repairs Improper shutdown may lead to loss of data or physical harm 1 To start the shutdown process press the power button on the front of the server The green power LED remains lit until the shutdown process is complete DO NOT disconnect the AC power cord while the LED remains lit 2 After the power LED is off disconnect the AC power cord s and al...

Page 2: ...and set it aside 3 Remove the plastic PCI retention clip from the right rear corner of the server by lifting it out of the chassis 4 If a SCSI card is installed remove the card and set it aside Avoid contact with metal surfaces on the card Installing the SAS Card and Reinserting the SCSI Card PCI cards are seated properly only when you hear a distinct snap sound 1 Remove the metal protective plate...

Page 3: ... reinserting the SCSl card to the upper PCI slot grasp only the edges of the card and press firmly until it snaps into place If you do not have a SCSI card be sure to replace the metal protective plate on the top PCI port 5 Replace the plastic PCI retention clip in the server chassis 6 Replace the top cover of the Snap Server by lowering it onto the server and pushing it forward until it is firmly...

Page 4: ...ormation in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Overland Storage or any of its subsidiaries Restoring Power to the Server 1 If you disconnected the Ethernet cable s reattach them to the server 2 Connect the power cord 3 Press the power button on the front of the server ...

Reviews: