Removing and replacing a fan blank
CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all
bays are populated.
Procedure
1. If installed, remove the bezel.
2. Power down the server.
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
• Extend the server from the rack.
• Remove the server from the rack.
5. Remove the access panel.
6. Remove the fan blank.
• LFF
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