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Install the front fan cage

Follow instructions in this section to install the front fan cage. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

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.
Note
  • Make sure you have a torque screwdriver available to properly replace the component.
  • If you are installing a new front fan cage, attach the service label to the new front fan cage if necessary.

Procedure

  1. Align the front fan cage with the guide pins on the system shuttle; then, place the cage into the shuttle until it is securely engaged.
  2. Locate the four screw holes marked with A on both sides of the system shuttle; then, fasten the four screws to secure the front fan cage.
    Note
    Tighten the screws with a torque screwdriver set to the proper torque. For reference, the torque required for the screws to be fully tighten is 0.9 ± 0.2 newton-meters.
    Figure 1. Front fan cage installation
    Front fan cage installation
  3. Connect the cable to the front fan control board. See Fan control board cable routing for more information.

After you finish

  1. Push the system shuttle fully into the chassis.
    1. Push the shuttle into the chassis slightly, then, lift the two lock latches on both sides of the shuttle.
    2. Slide the shuttle into the chassis.
    3. Push the shuttle fully into the chassis.
    4. Rotate the two release levers until they lock into place.
      Figure 2. System shuttle installation
      System shuttle installation

      System shuttle installation
  2. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.