Installing a Cooling 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.
1Align the cooling fan and slide it in the
NOTE: The fan blades should face the front panel of the system.
2Connect the fan’s power cable to the connector on the
You must route these cables properly through the tabs on the chassis to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
3Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 92.
4Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
Power Distribution Boards
Removing a Power Distribution Board
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.
NOTE: This system has two power distribution boards. The procedure to remove and install both the power distribution boards is similar. To access the second power distribution board at the bottom, remove the power distribution board at the top.
1Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 91.
3Remove the power supply. See "Removing a Power Supply" on page 59.
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Installing System Components
