Removing A Simple-Swap Fan - IBM 7383 Installation And Service Manual

Removing a simple-swap fan

Use this information to remove a simple-swap fan in the server.
Before you begin
The server comes with two 120 mm x 38 mm simple-swap fans in the fan cage
assembly. The following instructions can be used to install any simple-swap fan in
the server.
Note:
1. When you install the second microprocessor, you must also install fan 2 and the
2. You can order the three additional fans for redundant cooling.
Read the safety information in "Safety" on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 34.
Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when
the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the
loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge
wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the
power on.
If you are replacing a component or installing an optional device in the server, you
need to turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords
and all external cables.
About this task
To remove a simple-swap fan, complete the following steps.
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air baffle that come with the second microprocessor upgrade kit. The fan filler
can only be removed when fan 2 is installed. Otherwise, the fan filler must be
installed for proper cooling.