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PXIe-1095 User Manual
Replacing the Side Fan Assembly
Before attempting to replace the side fan assembly, verify that there is adequate clearance to the
side of the chassis. Disconnect all power cables from the power supplies on the back of the
chassis. Wait at least 30 seconds for the power supplies’ internal power to dissipate.
Complete the following steps to remove the side fan assembly:
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four mounting screws that attach the side fan
cover.
2. Remove side fan cover from chassis.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two mounting screws that hold the side fan
assembly onto the chassis.
4. Locate side fan assembly harness in internal chassis cavity and disconnect the fan from the
chassis receptacle. Use caution when removing the fan assembly to avoid damaging the
internal wire harness.
5. Pull side fan assembly straight from chassis and remove.
Complete the following steps to install a new side fan assembly.
1. Plug side fan assembly plug into internal chassis fan receptacle.
2. Set side fan assembly into chassis side fan cavity. Use caution when placing wire harness
into chassis to avoid damaging the internal or fan wire harness.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, hand tighten two side assembly mounting screws. Use the side
fan cutout to pull clear extra cable from chassis side panels to prevent pinching.
4. Place all extra cable into chassis side fan cavity.
5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four side fan cover mounting screws to the chassis.
To meet Shock and Vibration specifications listed in the PXIe-1095 Specifications, tighten
screws to 6.7 in · lb (0.8 N · m) of torque.
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