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Fan cage replacement

Fan cages are in the upper and lower compute trays or optional storage tray that are accessed from the front of the server. Procedures for removing and installing fan cages in the upper and lower trays are different.

  • Remove a fan cage (upper tray)
    The upper fan cage is in the upper compute tray or optional storage tray that is accessed from the front of the server. After removing the upper tray, turn it upside down, press the fan cage releases, and pull the fan cage toward the front of the tray to remove it; then, disconnect the fan cage electrical connector.
  • Remove a fan cage (lower tray)
    The lower fan cage is in the lower compute tray that is accessed from the front of the server. After removing the lower compute tray, press the fan cage releases and pull the fan cage toward the front of the compute tray to remove it; then, disconnect the fan cage electrical connector.
  • Install a fan cage (upper tray)
    The upper fan cage is in the upper compute tray or optional storage tray that is accessed from the front of the server. Fan cages are keyed and each can be used only in one type of tray (upper or lower). Numbers on the fan cages are right-side up when the compute or storage tray is installed in the chassis. Install the upper fan cage by connecting the fan cage electrical connector, inserting the fan cage in the upper tray, and pushing it backward until it locks in place.
  • Install a fan cage (lower tray)
    The lower fan cage is in the lower compute tray that is accessed from the front of the server. Fan cages are keyed and each can be used only in one type of Upper/lower compute tray. Numbers on the fan cages are right-side up when the compute tray is installed in the chassis. Install the lower fan cage by connecting the fan cage electrical connector, inserting the fan cage in the lower compute tray, and pushing it backward until it locks in place.