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Install a front fan

Follow instructions in this section to install a front fan.

About this task

Attention
  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
  • Make sure to replace a defective fan with another unit of the exact same type.
  • 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.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • The following illustrations show the front fan numbering:
    Figure 1. Front fan numbering
    Front fan numbering

Procedure

  1. Make sure the airflow direction label on the fan is pointing towards the rear side of the server; then, align the fan with the fan socket.
  2. Press and hold the blue latch; then, slide the fan into the socket until it clicks into place.
    Figure 2. Front fan installation
    Front fan installation

After you finish

Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.