Specifications

Removal and replacement procedures 46
3.
Remove the fan.
CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.
Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Fan cage
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 27).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Extend ("Extend the server from the rack" on page 28) or remove ("Remove the server from the rack" on
page 29) the server from the rack.
4. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 33).
5. Remove the air baffle ("Air baffle" on page 34).