Install a fan
Follow instructions in this section to install a fan.
About this task
To avoid potential danger, make sure to read and follow the safety information.
Attention
Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to make sure that you work safely.
Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the node and chassis; then, take the component out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
Procedure
Install the fan.
Align the fan with the fan slot in the fan cage as illustrated; then, lower and press the fan into the fan slot until it is securely seated.
Connect the fan cable to the system board. See Fan cable routing.
Insert the four rivets on the top side from the exterior of the fan cage to secure the fan to the fan cage.
Figure 1. Fan installation
After you finish
- Make sure that all the required cables are routed and connected correctly; then, reinstall the top cover (see Install the top cover).
- Reinstall the node into the chassis (see Install a node to the chassis).
- Make sure that the required power supply units are installed and power cords are connected; then, power on the node (see Install a hot-swap power supply and Power on the node).
- Proceed to complete the parts replacement (see Complete the parts replacement).
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