Operations  27 
6. 
Remove the fan cage. 
 
 
 
CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed. 
Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can 
lead to thermal damage. 
 
 
 
IMPORTANT: For optimum cooling, install fans in all primary fan locations. For more 
information, refer to the fan locations table ("Hot-plug fans" on page 21). 
 
To install the component, reverse the removal procedure. 
 
Remove the hot-plug fan 
To remove the component: 
1.  Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Remove the server from the rack" on page 24, "Extend the 
server from the rack" on page 23). 
2.  Remove the access panel (on page 25).