HPE ProLiant ML350, Maintenance And Service Manual

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Remove the fan cage
IMPORTANT:
When installing or replacing server components, one or more fans might need to be removed. To
prevent an orderly or immediate server shutdown, Hewlett Packard Enterprise highly recommends
powering down the server during these procedures. To determine if powering down is required, see the
specific procedure.
IMPORTANT:
For optimum cooling, install fans in all primary fan locations. For more information, refer to the fan
locations table .
To remove the component:
1. Do one of the following:
• For tower models, open and remove the tower bezel .
• For rack models, if installed, remove the security bezel .
2. Power down the server .
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server .
4. Do one of the following:
• For tower models, place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
• For rack models,
extend the server from the rack .
5. Remove the access panel .
6. Remove the air baffle .
7. Remove the fan cage.
Remove a fan
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
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