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Install the processor air baffle

Follow instructions in this section to install the processor air baffle.

About this task

Attention
Attention
For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the air baffle before turning on the server. Operating the server with the air baffle removed might damage server components.
Note
Depending on the configuration, the air baffle might look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Procedure

  1. If necessary, change the processor air baffle combination according to the selected configuration. See Change the processor air baffle combination for 1U heat sink.
  2. Align the air baffle with guide pins on the chassis and the slots on the fan cage; then, lower the air baffle down until it is firmly seated.
    Figure 1. Installing the air baffle for 1U heat sink

    Figure 2. Installing the air baffle for 2U heat sink

After this task is completed

Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

Demo Video

Watch the procedure on YouTube