Installing a simple-swap fanThe server comes with two 120 mm x 38 mm simple-swap fans in the fan cageassembly. The following instructions can be used to install any simple-swap fan inthe server.Notes:1. When you install the second microprocessor, you must also install fan 2 and theair baffle that come with the second microprocessor upgrade kit. The fan fillercan only be removed when fan 2 is installed. Otherwise, the fan filler must beinstalled for proper cooling.2. You can order the three additional fans for redundant cooling.To install a simple-swap fan, complete the following steps:1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”on page 37.Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server componentswhen the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which mightresult in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use anelectrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you workinside the server with the power on.2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cordsand all external cables.3. Touch the static-protective package that contains the simple-swap fan to anyunpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the fan from the package.4. Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” onpage 60).5. Open the fan cage cover.6. Perform the following steps only if you want to install the simple swap fan inthe Fan 2 compartment:a. Unfasten and open the release lever (see “Removing the fan cageassembly” on page 61).b. Press and release the clip on the fan filler to remove the fan filler from theserver.Chapter 2. Installing optional devices 63
