Step 1-Preparing For Component Installation; Removing Components - HP Xw4600 - Workstation - 2 GB RAM Installation Instructions

Step 1—Preparing for component installation
NOTE: Workstation models vary. All illustrations are examples only.
Accessing the internal components of the workstation
1. If you need help preparing the workstation for this installation, consult the removal and replacement
procedures in the service guide for your workstation at
workstation_manuals.
NOTE:
Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD that shipped with your workstation.
2. Power down the workstation, and then disconnect the power cord.
3. Power down all external devices, and then disconnect them from the workstation.
4. Remove the side access panel.

Removing components

If present, remove the card support to enable access to the system board connectors.
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Step 2—Installing the front fan and fan holder
After preparing the workstation for component installation, perform the following steps to install the front
fan and fan holder.
1. Identify the front fan holder specified for your workstation.
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HP xw4000 Workstation series
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2. Align the fan with the label facing inward, toward the holder.
3. Position the wire to enable maximum length to reach the system board.
4. Insert the fan into the holder. If an airflow indicator is present on the fan, make sure it points toward
the holder and the rear of the chassis.
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For the HP Workstation series, these procedures are also available in the User
Identifying the front fan and fan holder
400 Workstations
http://www.hp.com/support/
HP xw6000 Workstation series
Step 1—Preparing for component installation
HP xw9300 Workstations
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