Redundant fan option

To provide sufficient airflow to the system if a fan fails, the server supports redundant fans.

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see the product QuickSpecs on the website .

To install the component:

1. Do one of the following:
   • For tower models, open and remove the tower bezel.
   • For rack models, if installed, remove the security bezel.
2. Power down the server.
3. Remove all power:
   1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
   2. Disconnect each power cord from the server .
4. Do one of the following:
   • For tower models, place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
   • For rack models, extend the server from the rack.
5. Remove the access panel.
6. Remove the fan blank.

   

7. Install the fan, making sure that the fan clicks into place.

   

8. Install the PCIe air baffles.

   

9. Install the access panel.
10. Do one of the following:
    • If the server is in a tower configuration, return the server to an upright position.
    • If the server is in a rack configuration, slide the server into the rack.
11. Connect each power cord to the server .
12. Connect each power cord to the power source.
13. Power up the server.
14. Do one of the following:
    • For tower models, install the tower bezel.
    • For rack models, install the security bezel.