Install a fan module

Follow instructions in this section to install a fan module.

About this task

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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.

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CAUTION

Hazardous moving fan blades nearby. Keep fingers and other body parts away.

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

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. If the node was installed in an enclosure, remove the rack mount fan shroud. See Remove a rack mount fan shroud.
2. Locate the fan slot on the top cover to install the fan module. See System fan numbering.
3. Install the fan module.
   1. Align the fan module with the fan slot on the top cover; then, tighten three screws to secure the fan module.
      Note

      Make sure to route the fan module cable through the guide slot as illustrated.

      Figure 1. Installing the fan module
      
      
   2. Align the fan module cable bracket with the slot on the top cover; then, tighten two screws to secure the fan module cable bracket.
      Figure 2. Fan module 1 cable bracket
      
      

      Figure 3. Fan module 2 cable bracket
      
      
   3. Connect the fan module cable to its connector. Route the cable properly through the cable slot on the top cover as illustrated to avoid interfering the fan shroud. For more information about cable routing, see Internal cable routing.
      Figure 4. Connecting the fan bridge cable
      
      
   Note

   If necessary, repeat the procedure to install the other fan module.