Lenovo 2593, 2594, 2579, 2577, 2595, 2592 manual Removing the system fan

To replace a system fan, do the following:

1.Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 71.

Note: The system fans are hot-swap and you can replace a failing system fan without turning off the server.

2.Do the following to locate the failing system fan:

•If your server comes with an Intelligent Diagnostics Module Premium, you can view the system fan error LEDs on the panel of the module to locate the failing system fan. See “Diagnostic module” on page 21.

•If your server does not come with an Intelligent Diagnostics Module Premium, you can view the system fan error LEDs on the system board to locate the failing system fan. See “System board LEDs” on page 49.

3.Grasp the top of the system fan with your index finger and thumb and then lift the system fan out of the server.

Figure 117. Removing the system fan

4.Touch the static-protective package that contains the new system fan to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the new system fan from the package.

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