Hot-swap fanThe server comes with 80-mm hot-swap fans in front of the PCI-X slots and 92-mmhot-swap fans in front of the memory cards. The following removal and installationprocedures apply to either size fan. When a fan fails or is removed, the other fansin the server speed up to maintain a safe operating temperature in the server untilthe fan is reinstalled or replaced. When the fan is installed correctly the fans willslow down.To remove a hot-swap fan, complete the following steps:Hot-swap fan 1Hot-swap fan 5Hot-swap fan 6Hot-swap fan 7Hot-swap fan 8Fan ErrorLEDHot-swap fan 2Hot-swap fan 3Hot-swap fan 41. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”on page 99.2. Remove the top cover (see “Top cover and bezel” on page 113).Attention: To ensure proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the server formore than 2 minutes with the top cover removed.3. Open the fan-locking handle by sliding the orange release latch in the directionof the arrow.4. Pull upward on the free end of the handle to lift the fan out of the server.5. If you are instructed to return the fan, follow all packaging instructions, and useany packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.To install the replacement hot-swap fan, complete the following steps:1. Open the fan-locking handle on the replacement fan.2. Lower the fan into the socket, and close the handle to the locked position.3. Install the top cover (see “Top cover and bezel” on page 113).Chapter 4. Removing and replacing server components 105
