Removal and replacement procedures 47
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Fan population guidelines
Configuration Fan bay
1
Fan bay
2
Fan bay
3
Fan bay
4
Fan bay
5
Fan bay
6
One processor,
One processor,
Two processors,
Two processors,
• In the redundant fan mode:
o If one fan rotor fails, the system continues to operate without redundancy. This condition is
indicated by a flashing amber Health LED.
o If two fan rotors fail, the operating system shuts down.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static
precautions before beginning any system installation. Improper grounding can cause
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the chassis
unless all bays are populated with a component or a blank.
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 27).