Dell PowerEdge FC830 - System Cover; Removing the System Cover

Cooling shroud
The cooling shroud has aerodynamically placed openings that directs the airflow across the entire
system. The airflow passes through all the critical parts of the system, where the vacuum that pulls air
across the entire surface area of the processor and heat sink allowing increased cooling.
Removing the cooling shroud
Prerequisites
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 are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: Never operate your system with the cooling shroud removed. The system may get
overheated quickly, resulting in shutdown and loss of data.
NOTE: You must remove the cooling shroud to replace a faulty cooling shroud or service other
components inside the system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1. Loosen the retention screw securing the cooling shroud on the cooling shroud retention bar.
2. Slide the cooling shroud to the unlock position.
3. Lift the cooling shroud away from the system.
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