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Disassemble an expansion kit fan module

Follow instructions in this section to disassemble a fan module.

About this task

Note
This section only applies to the expansion kit that is installed with an Ethernet adapter.
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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

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the expansion kit from the node. See Remove the expansion kit.
    2. Remove the expansion top cover. See Remove the expansion top cover.
    3. Remove an expansion kit fan module. See Remove an expansion kit fan module.
  2. Disassemble the fan module.

    Remove the fan 5 from the fan holder.

    1. Remove the three screws that secure the fan; then, remove the fan out of the fan holder.
    2. Release the fan power cable from the pre-cut slots on the fan holder.
      Figure 1. Removing the fan 5

    Remove the fan 6 from the fan holder.

    1. Release the fan power cable from the pre-cut slots on the fan holder.
    2. Remove the three screws that secure the fan; then, remove the fan out of the fan holder.
      Figure 2. Removing the fan 6

After you finish

  • Install a replacement unit. See Assemble an expansion kit fan module.

  • If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.