Remove a Fan Module

  1. Identify the faulted fan module and then, using your thumb and forefinger on both sides of the fan module tab, gently lift the fan module from the fan compartment.

    Each fan module has a status indicator (LED). If the LED is off, the fan is operational. If the LED is lit amber, the fan has faulted. The LEDs are located on the chassis mid-wall, adjacent to and aligned with the fan modules.

    Figure 1: Fan module status indicator



    Fan module status indicator

    Legend
    1 Fan module
    2 Fan module tab
    3 Fan module status indicator
    4 Fan door

    Figure 2: Pilot fan module removal



    Pilot fan module removal

    Legend
    1 Fan module tab
    2 Fan modules
    3 Fan door
    Note: When removing a fan module, do not rock it back and forth. Rocking the fan module can cause damage to the motherboard connectors.
  2. Set the fan module aside on an antistatic mat.
    Note: When replacing a fan module, do not service any other components unless the system is shut down and the power cords are removed.