Remove a hot-swap fan
Use this procedure to remove a hot-swap fan.


Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with metal, which might result in spattered metal, burns, or both.
Before removing a hot-swap-fan:
Read the safety information and installation guidelines (see Safety and Installation Guidelines).
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.
- Watch the procedure
- A video of this procedure is available at YouTube.
Remove the top cover (see Remove the top cover).
To remove a hot-swap-fan, complete the following steps:
If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.