Removal and Replacement
Removing and Replacing the Front Smart Fan Assembly
Removing and Replacing the Front Smart Fan Assembly
The front smart fan assembly is located in the front of the chassis. The fan assembly is a hot-swap
component. Refer to "Hot-swap CRUs" on page 137 for a list and description of hot-swap CRUs.
CAUTION
Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure. Failure to follow ESD
safety precautions could result in damage to the server.
Figure 6-5
Front Smart Fan Assembly Location
Preliminary Procedures
These procedures must be completed before removing the front smart fan assembly.
Step 1. Identify the failed fan assembly. Table 6-1 defines the fan LED states.
Step 2. Remove the front bezel.
Table 6-1
Smart Fan Assembly LED definitions
LED State
On Green
Fan is at speed and in sync or not at speed less than 12 seconds.
Flash Yellow
Fan is not keeping up with speed/sync pulse for greater than 12 seconds.
Red
Fan failed or stalled, has run slow, or fast for greater than 12 seconds.
Off
Fan is not present, or no power is applied to fan, or the fan has failed.
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Meaning
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