Remove the system fan cage

Follow the instructions in this section to remove the system fan cage.

Procedure

1. If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the server from the rack. See Server replacement.
2. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.
3. (Optional) If you are replacing the system fan cage, remove all system fans first. See Remove a system fan.
   Note

   If you are removing the system fan cage to access other components, you can remove it with the system fans installed.
4. Remove the system fan cage.
   Figure 1. Removing the system fan cage
   
   
   1. Rotate the levers of the system fan cage to the rear of the server.
   2. Lift the system fan cage straight up and out of the chassis.