Specifications

Front Fan Assembly
Description Spare part number
Front fan assembly 636922-001
The front fan assembly is attached to the front of the chassis.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 40).
2. Remove the access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 41).
3. Remove the front bezel (
Front Bezel on page 42).
4. Remove the baffle (
Baffle on page 71).
5. Disconnect the fan cable from the red/brown system board connector labeled CHFAN1.
6. Press the two tabs (left, bottom) that secure the fan assembly to the chassis front.
Figure 6-42 Front fan tab locations
7. Pull the assembly toward the rear of the unit, and then lift it out of the chassis.
Figure 6-43 Removing the front fan
To install the front fan, reverse the removal procedure. Be sure to orient the air flow into the unit.
72 Chapter 6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis