Replacing the fan assembly - Servers and IntelliStation

Resolving The Problem

1. Turn off the server and peripherals; disconnect cables and cords.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Determine which fan to replace by checking the LED at each fan; a lit LED indicates the fan to replace.
   
   Note: The fan LEDs are illuminated by the light path diagnostic circuit, and will remain lit for up to 12 hours after the AC power has been removed from the server.
   
   
4. Remove the fan from the server:
   1. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
   2. Lift the fan away from the server.
      
      
5. Install the replacement fan:
   1. Orientate the fan so that the air flow arrow on the side of the fan is facing or pointing toward the rear of the server.
      
      Note: Proper air flow is from the front to the rear of the server.
      
      
   2. Push the replacement fan assembly into the server until it clicks into place.
   3. Connect the fan cable to the system board.
   4. If the FAN LED is lit, reseat the fan.
      
      
6. Install the cover.
7. Start up the system, the system error light will either remain on or turn off. If the system error light remains on you will have to turn off the server to perform further troubleshooting.