System information

Chapter 1
Overview and Common Procedures—Server Upgrade
Removing and Replacing Airflow Guides
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Removing and Replacing Airflow Guides
The system has the following airflow guides:
• The processor airflow guide ensures that the proper volume of air for cooling the processor module power
pods, processor module(s), and voltage regulator module(s) flows over these components
You must remove the processor airflow guide:
• If it is damaged to the point that airflow across the dual processor module(s) is restricted
• To access components under the airflow guide
• The memory airflow guide ensures that the proper volume of air flows over the memory DIMMs to cool
them
You must remove the memory airflow guide:
• If it is damaged to the point that airflow across the memory DIMMs is restricted
• To access memory DIMMs and sockets
NOTE Air flows through the system from front to back.
Figure 1-14 Airflow Guides Locations
Removing and Replacing the Memory Airflow Guide
Removing the Memory Airflow Guide
Step 1. Turn off the system and disconnect external cables.
Step 2. Remove the top cover. (See “Removing the Top Cover” on page 20.)
Processor Airflow Guide
Memory Airflow Guide
Front Portion of
Processor Airflow Guide