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2. Perform one of the following steps:
• If you need to power down the chassis to remove a fan assembly, enter the sysShutdown command. When command
output indicates the chassis has completed shut-down, remove power cords from all power supply assemblies.
• If you can hot-swap the fan assembly, go on to the next step.
NOTE
Replace fan as soon as possible to avoid overheating and eventual system shutdown.
3. Loosen the captive screw at each end of the fan assembly until the screw releases from the chassis. Use a #1 Phillips
screwdriver if tightened.
4. Grasp the handle and pull, sliding the fan assembly from the chassis while supporting the fan assembly from beneath as you
remove it.
FIGURE 72 Removing and installing a fan assembly
5. If leaving power on for replacement (hot swap), be sure to replace the fan assembly as soon as possible.
Installing a fan assembly
Complete the following steps to replace the fan assembly in a chassis.
1. Grasp the handle and carefully slide the fan assembly into the chassis while supporting the fan assembly from beneath.
2. Push the fan assembly fully into the slot with your fingers until it seats in the backplane connectors.
3. Verify that the power LED displays a green light.
Installing a fan assembly
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