280 Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide
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Replacing fan assemblies
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4. Insert the new fan assembly into the slot and push the assembly in until the faceplate is flush
with the device. Pushing the assembly in seats the fan connector with the device connector.
5. Secure the fan assembly to the device by tightening the four captive screws.
6. Access the CLI, and enter the show chassis command to verify that both fans are operating
normally.
Front fan assembly replacement steps
Perform the following steps to replace a fan assembly.
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into the ESD connector
located on the front of the router.
2. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the four captive screws that secure the fan assembly
to the front of the router.