Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems; Troubleshooting A Fan - Dell PowerEdge 700 Installation And Troubleshooting Manual

9. Install the bezel. See "Installing the
10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
If the problem persists, see

Troubleshooting System Cooling Problems

Problem
Cooling fan is not operating properly.
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Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.
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Action
Ensure that none of the following conditions exist:
Ambient temperature is too high.
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Front and back external airflow is obstructed.
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Cables inside the system obstruct airflow.
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An individual cooling fan has failed. See
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Troubleshooting a Fan

Problem
Systems management software issues a fan-related error message.
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Action
CAUTION: See your System Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting
against electrostatic discharge.
1. Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See
2. Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
3. Remove the bezel. See "Removing the
4. Lay the system on its right side.
5. Remove the cover. See "Removing the
6. Ensure that the fan cables are properly connected to the fan connectors on the system board.
To identify the system board connectors, see Figure A-3.
7. Replace the cover. See "Replacing the
8. Stand the system upright.
9. Install the bezel. See "Installing the
10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
If the problem persists, replace the faulty fan. See
If the problem is not resolved after a replacement fan is installed, see
Bezel."
"Getting Help."
"Troubleshooting a Fan."
"Using Server Administrator
Bezel."
Cover."
Cover."
Bezel."
"System Fans" in "Installing System Options."
Diagnostics" in "Running System Diagnostics."
"Getting Help."