Cooling Fans

This system contains four hot-plug cooling fans, connected directly to the system board.

NOTICE: In the event of a problem with a particular fan, the fan’s number is referenced by the system’s management software, allowing you to easily identify and replace the proper fan.

Removing a Cooling Fan

CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. See your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.

NOTE: The procedure for removing each individual fan module is the same.

1Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 46.

2Compress the two latches on the top of the fan, then remove the fan. See Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4. Removing and Replacing a Cooling Fan

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fan

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latches (2)

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fan power connector

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fan-bay power connector

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FAN4

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FAN2

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FAN1

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FAN3

 

 

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Installing System Components

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Dell EMU01 owner manual Cooling Fans, Removing a Cooling Fan, Fan-bay power connector