Troubleshooting System Memory - Dell PowerEdge HX574 Hardware Owner's Manual

Dell server hardware owner's manual

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Front panel LCD indicates a problem with the fan.

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Fan status indicator indicates a problem with the fan.

Action

CAUTION:

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 came with the

product.

1 Run the appropriate online diagnostic test. See "Using Dell PowerEdge

Diagnostics" on page 169.

2 Open the system. See "Opening and Closing the System" on page 67.

CAUTION:

the system is on, only replace one fan at a time.

3 Locate the faulty fan indicated by the LCD panel, the diagnostic software,

or the fan indicator that is blinking amber. For the identification number

of each fan, see Figure 3-4.

4 Ensure that the faulty fan's power cable is firmly attached to the fan power

connector. For a hot-plug fan, remove and reseat the fan. See "Cooling

Fans" on page 69.

NOTE:

whether it is working properly.

5 If the problem is not resolved, install a new fan. See "Cooling Fans" on

page 69.

If the replacement fan is working properly, close the system. See "Opening

and Closing the System" on page 67.

If the replacement fan does not operate, see "Getting Help" on page 181.