Redundant hot-plug fans option – HP ProLiant ML370 G5 Server User Manual

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14.

Install the access panel (on page

26

).

15.

Do one of the following:

o

Close or install the tower bezel, as needed.

o

Slide the server back into the rack.

16.

Power up the server (on page

20

).

Redundant hot-plug fans option

The server supports redundant hot-plug fans to provide proper airflow to the system if a primary fan fails.
In the standard, non-redundant, configuration, fans 1, 2, and 3 cool the server.
For the redundant configuration, fans 4, 5, and 6 are added to back up the primary fans. This

configuration enables the server to continue operation in non-redundant mode, if a fan failure occurs. The

following rules apply:

If one fan fails in non-redundant mode, the server shuts down.

If one fan fails in redundant mode, the server converts to non-redundant mode.

If two fans fail in redundant mode, the server shuts down.

WARNING:

To prevent personal injury from hazardous energy:

Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.

Use tools with insulated handles.

Do not place tools or metal parts on top of batteries.

To install the fans:

1.

Do one of the following:

o

Open or remove the tower bezel, as needed ("

Open or remove the tower bezel

" on page

21

).

o

Extend the server from the rack (on page

22

).

2.

Remove the access panel. ("

Remove the access panel

" on page

25

)

3.

Install three hot-plug fans into the center wall.

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