Removing and replacing a fan

CAUTION:

To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all bays are populated.

Procedure
  1. If installed, remove the 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:
  5. Remove the access panel.
  6. If installed, remove the air baffle.
  7. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board and remove the fan.

    • LFF



    • SFF



To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.

To install the SFF fan, manage the fan cable into the recess.