Chassis and Power Supplies
Chassis Fan Trays
OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide
December 2004
page 2-29
The back (fabric) fan tray consists of three independently-operating fans. The fan tray provides cooling
airflow for all Switch Fabric Modules (SFMs). This airflow is a crucial factor in the switch’s overall oper-
ability. Refer to
“Chassis Airflow” on page 2-35
for an overview of chassis airflow. Also, refer to
for important airflow considerations.
Fabric (Back) Fan Tray Location
Important.
The fabric fan tray is a required component. Never attempt to operate the switch without this
fan tray installed. (However, the loss of one of the three fans in the tray will not prevent switch operation.)
Rear of Chassis
Fan Tray