Removing The Fan Tray; Fan Speed - Dell C7008 Installing

To install the fan tray:
Step Task
Slide the connector end into the fan slot (see
1
Gently push on the front of the tray until it stops. The fan tray should be flush with the chassis.
2
Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the fan tray into place by tightening the screws at the top and bottom of
3
the fan tray.
NOTE: The fan tray LED will remain lit when the chassis is ed up and the fan tray is functioning properly.

Removing the Fan Tray

A fan tray failure or a failure of a fan within a fan tray is recognized by a red fan tray LED, a lit RPM
alarm LED, and, if configured, an SNMP trap and alarm event. The failure requires a replacement of the
entire fan tray. While you replace the fan tray, the C-Series system operates safely for approximately two
(2) minutes at an ambient temperature of 77° F (25° C).
To remove the fan tray, you must be able to pull the fan tray completely out of the slot (at least 20 inches)
NOTE: The fan tray must always be installed to ensure proper temperature and airflow control.
CAUTION: Fan blades rotate at high speeds and may cause injury if touched. Adhere to the following
instructions to avoid possible injury.
To remove the fan tray:
Step Task
Unscrew the retaining screws at the top and bottom of the fan tray.
1
Use the handle to pull the fan tray out approximately two inches from the back of the chassis
2
until the fan blades stop rotating (up to 30 seconds), then completely remove the fan tray.

Fan Speed

C7008/C300 variable speed fan speed is driven by temperatures measured at the sensor in the fan tray
alone. The sensor is located on the fan tray controller located in the fan tray.
temperature that determines the fan speed.
Table 4-1. Fan Speed and Temperature
Degrees Celsius
Less than 45° C
Between 45 and 55° C
Above 55° C
C7008/C300 fixed speed fan speed is constant and does not change with temperature.
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Fan Speed
(Low) 2400 RPM
(Med) 3200RPM
(High) 4000 RPM
Figure 4-1).
(Figure 4-1). Wait
Table 4-1 shows the sensor