Installing the front system fan assemblyThis procedure applies only to server models that have a front system fanassembly.Attention:v Replace a failed fan within 48 hours.v To ensure proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the server for more than 30minutes with the side cover removed.To install the front system fan assembly, complete the following steps.Release tabsFront fan assemblySlot1. Insert the fan assembly retaining tab over the right edge of the hard disk drivebackplane; then, rotate the fan assembly toward the backplane. Do not fullyclose the fan assembly.2. Route the hard disk drive signal cable through the opening on the bottom edgeof the fan assembly; then, route the hard disk drive power cable through the sloton the left edge of the fan assembly. Ensure that the hard disk drive cables willnot be pinched between the fan assembly and the hard disk drive backplanewhen the fan assembly is installed.3. Rotate the fan assembly toward the backplane until the release tabs are fullyengaged.4. Rotate the drive cage toward the front of the server until it stops; then, pressand hold the retaining tab on top of the cage while rotating the drive cage intothe chassis until it locks into place.5. Connect the fan assembly cable to the system board (see “System-boardinternal connectors” on page 9 for the location of the front fan connector).Note: Before you continue, check all internal power cables to be sure that theyare connected to the system board and other optional devices.6. Install the side cover (see “Installing the side cover” on page 78).7. Lock the side cover if it was unlocked during removal.8. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attacheddevices and turn on the server.108 System x3200 Types 4362 and 4363: Problem Determination and Service Guide
