Determine Which Fan Module Is Faulty
Determine Which Fan Module Is Faulty
Check to see if any of the following LEDs are lit when a fan module fault is
detected.
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Service Action Required LEDs on the front and rear panels.
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Fan Module (FAN) Fault LED on the front panel.
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Fan Module Fault LED on or adjacent to the faulty fan module.
Note - The server Overtemp LED might also light if a fan module fault causes an increase in
server operating temperature.
Related Information
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“Front Panel Components (Service)” on page 13
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“Rear Panel Components (Service)” on page 15
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“Extend the Server to the Service Position” on page 55
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“Remove a Fan Module” on page 77
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“Detecting and Managing Faults” on page 27
Remove a Fan Module
This is a hot-service procedure that can be performed by a customer while the server is running.
Caution - While the fan modules provide some cooling redundancy, if a fan module fails,
replace it as soon as possible to maintain server availability. When you remove one of the fan
modules, you must replace it within 30 seconds to prevent overheating of the server.
1.
Prepare for servicing.
See “Preparing for Service” on page 45.
2.
Identify the faulty fan module with a corresponding Service Required LED.
The Service Action Required LEDs are located on the fan module as shown in “Determine
Which Fan Module Is Faulty” on page 77.
3.
Using your thumb and forefinger, grasp the handle on the fan module and lift it
out of the server.
Servicing Fan Modules 77