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Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide
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Replacing fan assemblies
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Before replacing a fan assembly, have the following items available:
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A new fan assembly, which you can order from Brocade
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A small flat-blade screwdriver
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An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the front of the device.
DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 megohm series resistor.
Use the following steps to replace a fan assembly.
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into the ESD connector on
the router.
2. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the fan assembly faceplate to the rear of
the router.
3. Remove the fan assembly by grasping the handle on the faceplate and pulling the assembly
toward you as shown in
Figure 232
. Pulling the fan assembly unseats the fan connector from
the device.
DANGER
The 32-slot router fan assembly is heavy and will be off-balance as you remove it. Use both
hands on the handle.
DANGER
Be careful not to insert your fingers into the fan while removing it from the device. The fan may
still be spinning at a high speed.
