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Removing and replacing the fans
Complete the following steps to remove the fan assembly.
Note:
1. Turn off the server and peripheral devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord; then, disconnect all external cables from the server.
3. Remove the server cover.
4. Disconnect the fan cables from the system board.
5. Lift fan 1 and fan 2 out of the fan cage and away from the server.
6. Remove the two screws that secure fan 3 to the back of the server, and lift the
Complete the following steps to install the fans.
1. Orient the fans so that the airflow arrow on the side of each fan is facing or
2. Push fan 1 and fan 2 into the fan cage.
3. Secure fan 3 to the back of the server with two screws.
4. Replace the cover. See "Installing the cover".
5. Connect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the peripheral
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Fan 3
Fan 1
Fan 2
Fan cage
v Read "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 29.
v Read "Safety information" on page 87.
fan away from the server.
pointing toward the rear of the server
Note: Proper airflow is from the front of the server to the rear.
devices and the server.
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