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Figure 87. Installing a cooling fan
Next steps
1.
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
2.
Check the management software to see if the fan is rotating at the optimal speed.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Removing a cooling fan cage
Prerequisites
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the system without the cooling fans.
WARNING: The cooling fan can continue to spin for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for
the fan to stop spinning before removing it from the system.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support
team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: Observe the routing of the cables when removing them from the system. Route these cables properly when you
replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped.
1.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2.
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3.
Remove the cooling fans.
Steps
1.
Disconnect the fan's power cable from the power distribution board 1.
2.
Guide the fan cage cable out from beneath the middle-wall bracket.
3.
Lift the cooling fan cage out of the chassis.
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