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Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
Removing and Installing System Fans
Removing and Installing External System Fans
The chassis has eight fans in the rear of the system. Fans that fail can be replaced by simply
removing them from the rear without powering down the system.
Removing a Rear Exhaust Fan
1. Determine which fan has failed.
2. Press the release tabs on the fan and pull it away from rear of the system.
Installing a Rear Exhaust Fan
1. Press the release tabs on the fan and insert it into the open fan bay.
2. Push the fan into the bay until it clicks into the locked position.
Figure 3-10. Installing the External Fan