System board

Rear

Fan

Rubber extensions

To remove the rear fan, do the following:

1.Power-off the server, if it is on.

2.Unplug the server.

3.Remove the cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page 40).

4.Remove the support bracket (see “Removing the support bracket assembly” on page 42).

5.Remove the fan cable from the system board.

6.Use side cutters to sever the four rubber extensions on the outside of the server.

7.Gently pry the fan away from the server and lift it up and out.

8.To install the new fan assembly, place the fan in position at the rear of the server.

9.Guide the rubber extensions through the apertures.

10.Use needle-nosed pliers to pull the extensions through the apertures.

11.Reconnect cables.

System board

Before you begin:

Read “Safety information” on page 105.

Review the information in “Before you begin” on page 38.

Note: It is recommended that the server be placed on its left side before performing this service procedure. Rotate the feet in toward the server so they do not detach due to the weight of the server.

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