Servicing the Fan Board
This board carries power to the fan modules and fan status LEDs. This board also transmits
status and control signals for the fan modules.
These topics describe how to service the fan board.
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“Remove the Fan Board” on page 137
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“Install the Fan Board” on page 141
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“Verify the Fan Board” on page 145
Remove the Fan Board
This is a cold-service procedure that must be performed by qualified service personnel. Power
down the server completely before performing this procedure.
Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to ESD which
can cause server components to fail.
1.
Prepare for servicing.
See “Preparing for Service” on page 45.
2.
Remove all fan modules.
See “Remove a Fan Module” on page 77.
3.
Remove all memory risers.
See “Remove a DIMM” on page 100.
4.
Disconnect any cables plugged into the USB or video connectors on the front of
the server.
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