Removing the hard disk drive fan assembly – Lenovo 6528 User Manual
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Removing the hard disk drive fan assembly
This procedure applies only to server models that have a hard disk drive fan
assembly.
Attention:
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Replace a failed fan within 48 hours.
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To ensure proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the server for more than 30
minutes with the side cover removed.
To remove the hard disk drive fan assembly, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords
and external cables.
3. Unlock and remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page
4. Rotate the rear adapter-retention bracket to the open (unlocked) position.
5. Disconnect the hard disk drive fan assembly cable from the system board,
making a note of the cable was connected to the hard disk drive fan connector
for later installation.
6. Remove the lower bezel (see “Removing the two-piece bezel” on page 34).
7. Remove the hard disk drives.
8. Lift up and hold the drive cage release tab; then, rotate the drive cage out of
the chassis until the retaining tab on top of the cage locks into place.
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Drive cage release tab
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Hard disk drive cage
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