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Assemble an expansion kit fan module

Follow instructions in this section to assemble an expansion kit fan module.

About this task

Note
The expansion kit fan module is only supported in an Ethernet adapter expansion kit.
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disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.

  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

Procedure

Install the fans to the fan holder.

Install Fan 6.

  1. Align the screw holes on the fan with the fan holder; then, tighten the three screws to secure the fan.
  2. Route the fan power cable through the pre-cut slot on the fan holder.
Important
When installing Fan 6, ensure that the fan power cable is fixed at the end of the pre-cut slot as illustrated. Otherwise, the cable might slide out from the fan holder and be damaged.
Figure 1. Installing the inner fan

Install Fan 5.

  1. Align the screw holes on the fan with the fan holder; then, tighten the three screws to secure the fan.
  2. Route the fan power cable through the pre-cut slot on the fan holder.
Figure 2. Installing Fan 5

After you finish

  1. Install the expansion kit fan module to the expansion kit. See Install an expansion kit fan module