Dell PowerEdge T610, Hardware Owner'S Manual

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Troubleshooting Your System
• The expansion card installation guidelines have not been followed. See
“Expansion Card Installation Guidelines.”
Troubleshooting a Fan
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 came with the
product.
1
Locate the faulty fan indicated by the LCD panel (see "LCD Status
Messages") or the diagnostic software.
2
Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system
from the electrical outlet.
3
Open the system. See "Opening the System."
4
Remove the expansion card stabilizer. See "Removing the Expansion Card
Stabilizer."
5
Remove the cooling shroud and turn it upside-down. See "Removing the
Cooling Shroud."
6
Remove and reseat the fan module. See "Cooling Fans."
7
Replace the cooling shroud. See "Installing the Cooling Shroud."
8
Replace the expansion card stabilizer. See "Installing the Expansion Card
Stabilizer."
9
Close the system. See "Closing the System."
10
Place the system upright and on its feet on a flat and stable surface,
reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system and
attached peripherals.
11
If the problem is not resolved, install a new fan module. See "Cooling
Fans."
If the replacement fan does not operate, see "Getting Help . "
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