Installing A Cooling Fan - Dell DL1000 Owner's Manual

6. Install the cooling shroud.
Figure 12. Removing and Installing a Cooling Fan
1. cooling fans (3)
3. cooling-fan bracket
5. fan 3 bracket

Installing A Cooling Fan

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You 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. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the
electrical outlet.
2. Open the system.
3. Remove the cooling shroud.
4. Orient the fan module so that the side with the power cable faces the back of the system.
5. Lower the fan into the cooling-fan bracket.
NOTE: When aligned correctly, the fan cable is on the right of the fan.
6. Connect the fan power cable to the power cable connector on the system board.
7. Replace the cooling shroud.
8. Close the system.
9. Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached
peripherals.
2. fan power cable connector
4. fan Mylar
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