Remove the fanRemove the fan
About this taskAbout this task
CAUTION:CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all bays are populated with
either a component or a blank.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
The fan setup can either be standard, single-rotor fans or high performance, dual-rotor fans. Do not mix fan types in the
same server.
ProcedureProcedure
1. Power down the server.
2. If installed, open the cable management arm .
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
5. Do one of the following:
a. Extend the server from the rack .
b. Remove the server from the rack .
6. Remove the access panel .
7. Remove the fan.