Removing And Replacing Tier 2 Crus; Removing The Rear System Fan - IBM x3200 M3 7327 Service Manual

Removing and replacing Tier 2 CRUs

You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional
charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for the server.
The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Removing the rear system fan

Attention:
v Replace a failed fan within 48 hours.
v To ensure proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the server for more than 30
To remove the rear system fan, complete the following steps:
1. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords
2. Unlock and remove the side cover (see "Removing the side cover" on page
3. Remove any adapters that impede access to the fan and the fan connector on
4. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
5. Grasp the fan with both hands and pull firmly, extending the rubber grommets.
6. Pull the fan up and out of the chassis.
7. If you are instructed to return the fan, follow all packaging instructions, and use
minutes with the side cover removed.
and external cables.
145).
the system board (see "Removing an adapter" on page 151).
The grommets will be pulled through the holes in either the fan or the chassis
and can then be removed.
Rubber
grommets
any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Rear system
Fan
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