Fan Replacement - Magma EB7-X8G2 User Manual

Next, you can use anti static wipes to wipe down any open areas inside and outside of the chassis to remove any
remaining dust or dirt. If you have dust or dirt remaining in any "hard to reach area", such as corners of a fan blade, you
can use the cotton swabs, dipped in the isopropyl (alcohol), to gently rub the area clean.
Lastly, if the chassis was extremely dirty, you can remove any installed 3
bristle brush (like a toothbrush), dipped in the isopropyl (alcohol), to gently clean each slot. When finished, blow the slots
with compressed air from about six inches away until dry.
If your chassis is extremely dirty and you would like professional help with getting
it clean, you can contact Magma Support for instructions and costs on shipping
the chassis back for cleaning.
Finally, clean the air filter following the instructions later in this chapter. When finished, replace the cover and turn on
power to the system.

Fan replacement

The EB7-x8G2-RAS chassis was designed to allow "hot-swappable" fan replacement while the chassis is powered on. First
you will need to remove the chassis' lid as shown in the beginning of
unlock its thumbscrew, lift up its metal tab and pull it out.
Insert the new fan in and secure it in place. Verify the new fan is spinning and restore the chassis lid.
NOTE
The Magma part number for a replacement fan is: 26-00031-00
Party cards and wipe the PCIe slots with a soft
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Chapter 4. Then locate the fan that has failed,
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