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Replacing a hot-swap fan assembly

Use this information to replace a hot-swap fan assembly.

The server comes standard with six speed-controlled hot-swap cooling fans.

Attention
To ensure proper operation, replace a failed hot-swap fan within 30 seconds.
To install or replace a hot-swap fan, complete the following steps:
  1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new fan to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the new fan from the package.
  2. Orient the fan over the fan slot in the fan cage assembly so that the fan connector aligns with the connector on the system board.

    hot swap fan assembly

  3. Insert the fan into the fan slot in the fan cage assembly and ensure that is it seated correctly and the fan release tab is in the slot (hole) on the fan cage assembly.
  4. Install the cover (see Replacing the server top cover).
  5. Slide the server into the rack.