NOTE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan number is referenced by the system management
software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan by noting the fan numbers on the cooling fan
assembly.
Removing a cooling fan
Prerequisites
1.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2.
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support
team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: The cooling fans are hot-swappable. To maintain proper cooling while the system is on, replace only one fan at
a time.
CAUTION: Do not operate the system with the cover removed or the cooling fan removed, for a duration exceeding five
minutes.
NOTE: The procedure for removing each fan is identical.
Steps
Press the fan release tab, and lift the cooling fan out of the cooling fan assembly.
Figure 24. Removing a cooling fan
1.
cooling fan assembly
2.
cooling fan connector (6)
3.
fan release tab (6)
4.
cooling fan (6)
5.
cooling fan connector on system board (6)
Next steps
1.
Replace the cooling fan.
2.
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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