6Position the fan in the fan housing.

7Lower the replacement fan into the housing until it snaps into place.

Removing a Back System Fan Housing

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.

1Ensure power is removed.

2Open the system. See "Removing the Top Cover" on page 60.

3Remove memory risers. See "Removing a Memory Riser" on page 96.

4Remove applicable back system fans. See "Removing a Back System Fan" on page 72.

5Pull the fan housing latch forward and lift back system fan housing clear of the chassis.

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